Question

Which of the following incidents should be reported to the police?

1) A prescription pad is discovered missing
2) A patient slips and falls on the wet floor
3) A patient overhears a confidential discussion about another patient
4) A medical assistant receives a needlestick

Answer 1

A prescription pad is discovered missing and a medical assistant receives a needlestick should be reported to the police.

Step-by-step explanation:

Of the incidents listed, the ones that should be reported to the police are:

1. A prescription pad is discovered missing: This incident could potentially be a case of theft or illegal possession of prescription drugs, which should be reported to the police.
2. A medical assistant receives a needlestick: The medical assistant may have been exposed to a hazardous substance or a deliberate act of harm, which warrants police involvement.

The other incidents mentioned are not necessarily criminal in nature and may be more appropriately addressed within the healthcare facility's internal processes and procedures.