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Which of the following would be considered an incident?

  1. Ms. Martin complains about the food

  2. Ms. Martin receives a visitor

  3. Ms. Martin falls in the bathroom but seems uninjured

  4. Ms. Martin is late for her meal

The correct answer is: Ms. Martin falls in the bathroom but seems uninjured

An incident can be defined as an unexpected or unplanned event that can cause harm or disruption. Out of the given choices, option C is the only one that involves a potential injury or harm to Ms. Martin. Option A and B are both regular occurrences and do not constitute as incidents. Option D does not necessarily involve any harm or disruption. Therefore, option C is the most suitable answer as it fits the definition of an incident.