The top 10 most frequently reported events include:

•  #2: Other Unanticipated events (e.g., choking, found unresponsive) – [#6 for all 2013]
•  #3: Falls (that result in death or permanent loss of function) – [#5 for all 2013]
•  #4: Suicide – [#4 for all 2013]
•  #6: Delay in treatment (that results in death or permanent loss of function) – [#1 for all 2013]
•  #7: Criminal Event (e.g., assault, rape, homicide) – [#8 for all 2013]
•  #10: Medication error (that results in death or permanent loss of function) – [#9 for all 2013]

Tip: The point of this data is to help you understand the most serious risks that are more likely to occur, so you can prioritize the limited time, energy and resources available for prevention efforts.  Use this report as impetus to seriously/proactively review your falls prevention process.