The medical center quality improvement director issues a report on the "opportunity" costs of errors occurring in the organization. Which situation would be included in this report? Select all that apply.

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1. This is an instance of costs being increased because of a complication (fracture) due to error.
2. Opportunity costs occur when repeat diagnostic tests are required or interventions are needed to counteract adverse drug events.
3. Opportunity costs occur when repeat diagnostic tests are required or interventions are needed to counteract adverse drug events.
4. This statement reveals a patient's loss of trust in the healthcare system and its providers. This is a different critical concern.
5. This is an instance of costs being increased because of lack of communication or communication error.

The Medical Center Quality Improvement Director Issues a Report on the "Opportunity