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Content ArticleSafety voice is the act of speaking up about safety in order to prevent accidents and physical harm. This systematic review in the journal Safety Science aimed to determine how safety voice differs conceptually from employee voice, is described across levels of analysis and could be best investigated. The authors found that there are important challenges for safety voice in terms of developing methodologies and interventions.
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Content ArticleIn the 2017 Health Survey for England, 34% of adults reported experiencing chronic pain. The survey found that 5.5 million people (12%) are affected by high-impact pain that prevents them from enjoying social, family and recreational activities, and from working, including carrying out household tasks. This document sets out what the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance (ARMA) believes should be available in every area for people living with long term pain. It covers four areas: Underpinning framework Treatment for underlying conditions Services for people living with chronic pain Prevention and inequalities
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Safe care for people with diabetes in hospital (January 2020)
Patient-Safety-Learning posted an article in Diabetes
This article in the journal Clinical Medicine looks at the safety of people with diabetes when they are admitted to hospital as an inpatient. Having diabetes in hospital is associated with increased harm. Although the National Diabetes Inpatient Audit has shown that inpatient care for people with diabetes has slowly improved over the last few years, there are still challenges in terms of providing appropriate staffing and education. Progress is still needed to ensure the safety of people with diabetes in hospital. The authors look at some of the key areas of concern for people with diabetes in hospital, including increased risk of hypoglycaemia, hyperglycaemia (including diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycaemia state), medication errors, hospital acquired foot ulcers, increased length of stay and overall increase in death. -
Content ArticleChronic (persistent or long-lasting or recurrent) pain is life-changing and can significantly impact individuals, their families and carers. This paper sets out the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance's (ARMA's) position on how pain affects people with musculoskeletal conditions, and how their pain should be managed.
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Hospitals are rejecting GP referrals for investigations and outpatient treatment at an increasing rate. In this blog, Patient Safety Learning looks at the patient safety issues caused by rejected referrals and lack of capacity in outpatient specialities. We call for the government and NHS leaders to investigate the problem and take action to mitigate risks to patient safety. -
Content ArticleThis study in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health aimed to investigate physical activity patterns in people with Long Covid, and the relationship between physical activity and Long Covid symptoms. It also aimed to find out the type of physical activity that people with Long Covid were being recommended, and what they were actually doing. The authors found that 75% of participants reported Long Covid symptoms worsening after physical activity. They also found that many participants received contradictory advice on whether or not to exercise with Long Covid.
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Content ArticleThe International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) aims to strengthen Midwives Associations and advance the profession of midwifery globally. These resources from the ICM provide guidance for midwives on: Policy and practice Advocacy Education Regulation Association Covid-19 Respectful maternity care Mentoring
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Content ArticleThese resources by Health Education for Scotland support their e-learning modules on hand hygiene. You will need an account to access the e-learning modules, but the supporting resources are available to download. Resources include: Hand hygiene: print version, PDF version of the SIPCEP foundation layer e-learning module 'Hand hygiene' for use in offline settings Advantages and disadvantages of alcohol based hand rub (ABHR), This document lists the advantages and disadvantages of using ABHRs and handwashing Preparing your hands before starting work: job aid, A short job aid for Hand hygiene Hand hygiene using alcohol based hand rub (ABHR): tip sheet, A short tip sheet for using ABHRs Washing hands with liquid soap and warm running water: tip sheet, A short tip sheet about washing hands with liquid soap Work based activity – Hand hygiene Video: What's stopping you? Video: Alcohol-based hand rub Video: Liquid soap and warm water
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EventuntilThis free webinar will cover: Understanding the Government’s Net Zero Strategy Its impact on Health Care Professionals and Clinical Procurement teams Sharing practical initiatives in wound care Speakers: Professor Matthew Cripps, Director, Behaviour Change Team, NHS England and NHS Improvement Paddy Markey, Marketing Manager Wound Care, Coloplast Sian Fumarola, Head of Clinical Procurement, Integrated Supplies and Procurement Department Register for the webinar
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EventuntilChoose the right dressing for the right wound: reduce waste, save time, save money, enhance lives In this webinar the following topics will be discussed: FarlaCare and their simple colour coding wound assistive solutions Demistifying wound care and helping you to do your job with ease Pick the right dressing every time, less waste, less time and less consumption. Speakers: Roy Lilley, health policy analyst, writer, broadcaster and commentator on the National Health Service and social issues Dr Leanne Atkin, PhD MHSc RGN is a Lecturer Practitioner at University of Huddersfield. Sian Fumarola, Head of Clinical Procurement at Integrated Supplies and Procurement Department, Stoke on Trent, NHS Supply Chains Katie Leek, Tissue Viability Nurse at NHS Register for the webinar
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Content ArticleEffective Diabetes Education Now (EDEN) has created some resources for healthcare professionals to ensure vital information about insulin safety is communicated in way that supports the reduction of insulin errors. This webpage features infographic posters and a video about insulin safety.
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Content ArticleThis Swedish study in The BMJ aimed to quantify the risk of deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and bleeding after Covid-19. The authors found that incidence rate ratios were significantly increased 70 days after covid-19 for deep vein thrombosis, 110 days for pulmonary embolism and 60 days for bleeding, when compared to the control period. The study demonstrates that Covid-19 is a risk factor for deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and bleeding. Its results could impact recommendations on diagnostic and prophylactic strategies against venous thromboembolism after Covid-19.
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Content ArticleBefore a patient undergoes a medical procedure such as surgery, they need to give their consent, having been informed about the details of the procedure and associated risks and benefits. However, in spite of the development of clear guidance on informed consent, many patients still feel nervous or unsure about asking questions and raising concerns during the consent process. Beginning with a personal account that highlights the importance of a thorough and meaningful consent process, this article in The BMJ by Tessa Richards, Associate Editor, examines the issues faced by both doctors and patients in achieving truly personalised informed consent.
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Content ArticleIn this blog, Sarah Tilsed, Head of Patient Partnership at The Patients Association, gives an update on recent themes discussed by the Patients Association's Patient Voices Matter (PVM) panel, including complaints, counselling and the accessibility of NHS communications. PVM is a lived-experience advisory panel set up to discuss how things can be improved in the NHS for all patients. Sarah has written a range of other blog posts about PVM that can also be read on The Patients Association's website.
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EventuntilThis Masterclass is aimed at consultants and will be led by Dr Marcy Rosenbaum, Professor of Family Medicine and Faculty Development Consultant, Office of Consultation and Research in Medical Education, University of Iowa. Marcy is an expert in the skills that make difficult healthcare conversations easier, has published widely on the topic and is world renowned in training clinicians to use these skills effectively. The Masterclass will involve skills rehearsal with simulated patients and families. It provides consultants with an opportunity to refresh their expertise an to learn about the specific skills being taught to their trainees and NCHSs in the Human Factors in Patient Safety programmes. Register for the Masterclass
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Content ArticleIn 2020, over 2,000 people over the age of 60 fell and fractured their hip while staying in hospital in England and Wales. This graphic has been produced by the National Audit of Inpatient Falls (NAIF), which audits the delivery and quality of care for patients over 60 who fall and fracture their hip or thigh bone across England and Wales. It features the three most important findings of the 2021 NAIF Report, chosen by the patient and carer panel. The infographic covers the following questions: How can falls be prevented? What should happen after a fall? How can I help to improve care in hospital?
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EventuntilThis Webinar hosted by Hamilton Medical, will focus on the clinical use of intelligent ventilation software. Agenda Intro from Chair Luigi Camporata Presentation from Prof. Giorgio A. Iotti : “ The birth and growth of the visionary idea” Presentation from Laura Buiteman-Kruizinga: “Lung protective ventilation in the time of COVID-19” Followed by a Q&A Register for the webinar
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This is part of our new series of Patient Safety Spotlight interviews, where we talk to people about their role and what motivates them to make health and social care safer. Jono talks to us about why he is passionate about making sure patient voices are heard and valued in healthcare investigations and quality improvement. He also highlights the current workforce crisis, the need to look after NHS staff to ensure they can deliver compassionate, high quality care and the importance of being transparent with the public about the problems the NHS is currently facing. -
Content ArticlePainful menstruation—dysmenorrhea—interferes with the daily life of around one in five women. This blog looks at why painful periods receive so little research attention and examines the impact this has on women's lives and health. Sharing a personal story of her own painful periods, the author discusses how doctors are quick to prescribe birth control pills and antidepressants to treat painful periods, rather than investigating the problem to find out whether the cause of pain is endometriosis, a condition where endometrial tissue forms outside the uterus. It is thought that around 10% of ovulating women in the US have endometriosis and it takes an average of ten years for accurate diagnosis. The author discusses the need to raise the visibility of dysmenorrhea and endometriosis so that medical research takes it on as a serious issue.
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Content ArticleA Quality Account is a annual report about the quality of services offered by an NHS healthcare provider. Quality Accounts allow providers to demonstrate how they have improved their services to the communities they serve. This webpage provides information on how to put together Quality Accounts, which providers need to submit them and how to publish them.
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Content ArticleThis action plan to implement the recommendations of the Neonatal Critical Care Transformation Review outlines how the NHS will further improve neonatal care with the support of funding set out in the NHS Long Term Plan. It includes information on capacity, staffing and support for parents.
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Improving Diagnosis in Health Care (2015)
Patient-Safety-Learning posted an article in Diagnosis
Accurate and timely diagnosis is a key aspect of healthcare, and misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis can have serious consequences for patients. This eBook published by the National Academies for Science, Engineering and Medicine highlights that tackling diagnostic error in healthcare is a moral, professional, and public health duty. It makes recommendations to improve the safety of diagnostic processes, outlining the need for collaboration and a widespread commitment to change among healthcare professionals, healthcare organisations, patients and their families, researchers and policy makers. -
Content ArticleThis webpage by the British Association of Dermatologists contains a selection of resources about skin cancer and sun safety for patients. it describes the different types of skin cancer, how to get moles checked and how to stay safe in the sun.
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Content ArticleCommunication barriers are the number one reason Deaf people have poorer health compared to hearing people. This blog by the organisation SignHealth gives 12 tips for healthcare workers and non-clinical staff on how to communicate with Deaf people. It also describes the difficulties Deaf people face when booking appointments and describes why remote consultations are problematic for Deaf people.
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Content ArticleIn its 2019 manifesto the government pledged to increase the full-time equivalent number of nurses working in the NHS by 50,000 by March 2024. But although data suggests that the NHS will hit that target, Ruth May, England's Chief Nursing Officer, has stated publicly that there are still substantial shortages in spite of this increase. This analysis by the King's Fund highlights that the supply of nurses to the NHS is not keeping up with demand, with vacancy levels remaining static in spite of an increase to the raw number of nurses. It also highlights wide regional variation in nurse shortages.
