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Patient Safety
Encouraging voluntary event reporting in hospitals is crucial for patient safety, yet it often goes against human nature. In this article, we’ll explore six proven strategies to foster a culture where reporting incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions becomes second nature for healthcare teams. These strategies will not only boost event reporting but also drive meaningful improvements in care quality. Read on to learn practical ways to incentivize transparency and turn safety concerns into opportunities for learning and growth.
Preoccupation with failure” is a key trait of High Reliability Organizations (HROs) in healthcare, promoting vigilance to detect small issues before they become bigger problems. Learn how this mindset can improve patient safety and explore free tools to implement it in your organization.
Want to achieve zero patient harm and build a culture of trust and safety in your facility? This expert guide explains how to become a high-reliability organization in healthcare. Learn the five defining principles of HROs, explore real-world case studies, and get actionable tools and strategies your team can apply today.
Discover how American Data Network’s easy-to-use Morse Fall Scale Calculator can help your hospital prevent falls and improve patient safety. This quick and effective tool not only assesses fall risk but also offers personalized intervention strategies to reduce incidents. Learn why fall prevention is critical and how you can integrate this powerful tool into your care routine.
American Data Network Patient Safety Organization (ADNPSO) conducted a study across 15 hospitals, identifying that specimen errors are among the most frequent and preventable issues in patient safety. Over 73% of these errors were found to be avoidable, offering a significant opportunity for improvement in hospital processes.
Discover how transitioning to an electronic event reporting system transformed hospital operations, empowered Risk Managers, and improved patient safety. These seven key insights from real-world experiences reveal the powerful benefits of real-time reporting, enhanced data quality, and greater leadership support.