Which is an example of a sentinel event?
A) The patient suffers a fatal air embolism after a central line is removed incorrectly.
B) The nurse identifies a patient's urinary tract infection before symptoms develop.
C) The unit's urinary tract infection rate is 5% lower than the national average.
D) The pilot study indicates potential effectiveness of a new oral care protocol.
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