In the UK, a nurse notices that a specimen label is incorrect before the specimen leaves the ward. No patient has been harmed. What should the nurse do?
Correct answer: C. Report the near miss through the local process
- A. Correct the label and take no further action
- B. Discard the specimen without informing anyone
- C. Report the near miss through the local process
- D. Wait to see whether the laboratory rejects it
Explanation
Near misses should be reported so risks can be investigated and systems improved, even when no harm occurs. Concealing or silently correcting the problem prevents learning and does not preserve safety.
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