Question

A 58-year-old man is found to have been given the wrong dose of insulin on the ward, resulting in transient hypoglycaemia without permanent harm. According to Canadian patient safety and professional standards, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Openly disclose the error to the patient, apologise and explain steps being taken to prevent recurrence

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Do nothing as there was no lasting harm

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Alter the chart to minimise documentation of the error

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Discuss the error only with colleagues and not with the patient

Answer

Blame the nurse involved and document this in the chart

Practice question

A 58-year-old man is found to have been given the wrong dose of insulin on the ward, resulting in transient hypoglycaemia without permanent harm. According to Canadian patient safety and professional standards, what is the most appropriate action?