1
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You developed an inflammation or aching redness of a vein (phlebitis) because of an intravenous line.
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20 (16)
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1 (1)
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2
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You acquired an infection in the hospital (e.g., urinary tract infection, sepsis, wound infection).
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9 (7)
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1 (1)
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3
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You discovered that staff did not disinfect their hands before touching you.
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10 (8)
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10 (8)
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4
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You experienced an allergic reaction to a drug.
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15 (13)
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3 (3)
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Was the hospital informed about the allergy prior to dispensing the drug to you?a
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5 (28)
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1 (6)
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5
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You were given an infusion or drug that was not intended for you.
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1 (1)
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You were given an infusion or drug...
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6
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at the wrong time, or
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5 (4)
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7
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at the wrong dose, or
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5 (5)
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1 (1)
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8
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a dose was omitted, by mistake.
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6 (5)
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3 (3)
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9
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Your medical record or radiograms were not available when needed.
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5 (4)
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6 (5)
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10
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A test was repeated needlessly, by mistake.
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3 (2)
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2 (2)
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11
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A planned test was omitted, by mistake.
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6 (5)
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4 (3)
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12
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A test, surgical intervention or therapy was nearly or in fact performed on the wrong site of your body.
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2 (2)
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1 (1)
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13
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You were confused with another patient during a test or treatment.
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2 (2)
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1 (1)
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14
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You experienced a fall in hospital.
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5 (4)
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1 (1)
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