NUR 2050

What is a never event? - shocking medical errors that should NEVER occur, clearly identifiable, and usually preventable What are examples of a never event? - pressure injury, UTI after cath, wrong site surgery What is important to know about the cost of never events? - CMS will not cover these Who qualifies for medicare? - those over 65, end stage renal disease or ALS, someone who has already received 24 mos of disability insurance, must be a US citizen or resident for 5 years Who qu...

What is a never event, and what are some examples of a never event? - -shocking medical errors that should never occur -adverse events that are unambiguous -leads to serious disability or death -usually preventable. EX: CAUTI, DVT, stage 3/4 pressure injuries nosocomial Who qualifies for Medicare and what are the 3 parts of it? - - 65 years +- younger but disabled after receiving SSDI for 2 years -person who has end-stage renal disease or ALS. Medicare part A: "hospital insurance",...