Improving patient outcomes through quality improvement and safety culture interventions in pediatric emergency care: a systematic review of best practices (23 October 2025)

Summary

Paediatric emergency departments (PEDs) are high-risk environments where patient injury can result from delays, unclear diagnoses, and poor communication. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated how safety culture and quality improvement (QI) initiatives impact clinical and functional outcomes in PEDs. Its findings suggest that QI techniques can significantly improve the quality and efficiency of care when supported by a strong safety culture.