A nurse is working on a medical unit in a hospital undergoing a Joint Commission review. The investigator asks the nurse to explain "never events." What examples should the nurse use to explain these kinds of events? (Select all that apply.)

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Never events are serious, preventable incidents that should not occur in a healthcare setting. Surgery on the wrong body part, paralysis or death from falling out of bed are examples of such events. Restarting an IV or canceling surgery for safety reasons are not considered never events.

A Nurse Is Working on a Medical Unit in a Hospital