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Ask Yourself: “Do You Know What A Sentinel Event Is?” A sentinel event is defined as an unexpected incident that is so serious in nature it may cause death, serious physical or psychological injury, or the possibility of such risks.Visit www.bwhpikenotes.org/jcaho/default.cfm#coundown to learn more about this topic and any other “Countdown to JCAHO” article as mentioned in other issues of BWH Bulletin. From now until the January 2004 JCAHO Survey, a weekly on-line “Ask Yourself” article series will be available at www.bwhpikenotes.org It is important for all staff to familiarize themselves with the content of these articles and to be prepared to answer related questions from a JCAHO Surveyor during the Survey.