Becker's Hospital Review: Redefining patient safety: 6 ways to address harm in healthcare (30 October 2024)

Summary

Safety is a public health issue that affects not only the well-being of our patients, but also the integrity of our entire industry. Over the years, we've made incredible strides in improving safety standards. Yet challenges remain. And, as we broaden our understanding of what constitutes "harm," we begin to realise that emotional damage to patients can be just as impactful as the physical. This article looks at how can we address safety challenges in healthcare.