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*TS: CJCP: Certified Joint Commission Professional: Focus on the “Sentinel Events” Chapter (PDF/QV) [REF: CJCP, JCSC] The Source, February 2015, Vol 13, #2, Pg 7 JCs1503_B2 By now, everyone in an accredited organization should know that the definition of Sentinel Event (SE) has been updated and significantly refined. Everyone should also know the answers to the 3 basic questions about SEs posed in this installment of the CJCP readiness column, but take the quiz to be sure. |
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One response to “RTN1503_B2_CJCP: Sentinel Events Chapter”
The definition of ‘Severe Temporary Harm’ as found in the footnote on page 1 of the new chapter can be difficult to interpret. I recommend breaking the definition down into the following 3 conditions, all of which would be required in order for the definition to apply:
1 – There is HARM (that is critical and potentially life-threatening)
2 – The harm is TEMPORARY (i.e., time limited) and without permanent residual. To avoid confusion, I would not recommend trying to define ‘limited time’ other than as not permanent]
3 – A TRANSFER to a higher level of care/monitoring is required:
A: for a prolonged period of time (e.g., 48-72 hrs… this is worth defining) or
B: For additional treatment (E.G., major surgery) in order to resolve the harmful condition.
See also:
• Sentinel Event Policy and Procedures (TJC Topic Library, 11/19/14) and
• The new SE Chapter (PDF).
• JCs1409_B2: Patient Safety Systems: New Accreditation Manual Chapter for Hospitals [REF: 2015, CJCP, JCSC, LDR, PI, SFT] The Source, September 2014, Vol 12, #9, Pg 1 (Contains Key Defs)