Manitoba Pharmacy Jurisprudence Practice Exam

What must a member do regarding incidents, discrepancies, and adverse events?

1. Ignore minor incidents

2. Document and report them expeditiously

3. Only report if patient harm is evident

4. Report them at the end of the month

The correct answer is: Document and report them expeditiously

It is important for a member to document and report any incidents, discrepancies, or adverse events expeditiously because prompt reporting allows for timely investigations and resolutions. Ignoring minor incidents may lead to larger issues or potential harm to patients, so they should not be dismissed. Reporting should also not be limited to only cases where patient harm is evident, as all incidents and adverse events should be recorded and addressed. Waiting until the end of the month to report these events can also delay necessary actions and potentially hinder patient safety. Therefore, the best course of action for a member is to document and report incidents, discrepancies, and adverse events as soon as possible.