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In health care, the term sentinel event describes one that is unanticipated and results in death or severe physical or psychological injury to a patient or patients.

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Unexpected occurrence of death or health issues
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A sentinel event is an unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof. Serious injury specifically includes loss of limb or function

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