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News ArticleA secret report has warned that the NHS is failing to protect trainee paramedics from widespread sexual harassment and racism at work, The Independent has revealed. A confidential NHS England report uncovered by The Independent has found that “extremely alarming” conduct and undermining behaviour are rife in ambulance trusts across the country, with trainees subjected to derogatory comments about their age, ethnicity and appearance in front of patients. There is a “worrying acceptance” that this is “part of the job”, with students hesitant to raise complaints about sexual behaviour by male colleagues in case it gives them a reputation as “annoying snowflakes”, the report says. The revelations come after a recent NHS staff survey revealed that thousands of ambulance staff had reported unwanted sexual behaviour from colleagues and patients last year. One healthcare leader described the findings as “harrowing”, warning that much more needs to be done to protect junior staff. The national report, which is understood to have gone through several edited versions and is marked commercially sensitive, was not due to be released until The Independent obtained the document through a freedom of information request. It found an “undercurrent” of bullying in some areas, with examples of students leaving their jobs as a result of inappropriate behaviour. Trainees reported feeling undervalued and unwanted while on the job, with one apparently told: “Your concerns don’t matter – we have to meet patient demands.” Ambulance handover delays have also led to student paramedics having less experience and training on the job, prompting fears that newly qualified paramedics do not have sufficient levels of experience in life-critical situations. Read full story Source: The Independent, 19 March 2024
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Content ArticleIn this opinion piece, Partha Kar describes patient safety issues relating to a planned increase in the number of Physician Associates (PAs) working in the NHS in England. Highlighting safety concerns being raised by healthcare professionals and members of the public, he calls for a pause to the planned expansion to allow these issues to be investigated. He outlines the need for a clear scope of practice, standardised training, full regulation and clear communication with all stakeholders, including the public.
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Content ArticleThis Twitter thread summarises the views of Dr Ian Jackson, a retired consultant anaesthetist and former Foundation Training Programme Director, on the patient safety and training issues relating to Anaesthesia Associates (AAs). He highlights issues with the length of training AAs receive compared with anaesthetists, the difference in training individuals who have experience in healthcare and theatre roles and those who have not and the supervision model in the current AA scope of practice.
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Content ArticleThis blog identifies important features of the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan and looks at how focussing on these areas might help systems and providers develop their own plans and take agency to solve local challenges. The author, Nick Richmond, spotlights the following aspects of the plan: ‘All levers at all levels’ approach Diverse time frames for different levers The ‘train’ actions are the most significant investment in domestic supply ever The plan is integrated with service and financial planning – future demand is ‘owned’ by the government and the NHS.
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News ArticleStaff whistleblowers have raised concerns over patient safety at one of Northern Ireland's biggest health trusts. Information received by UTV under Freedom of Information shows that most of the worries from health workers at the Belfast Health Trust relate to the Royal Victoria Hospital. Belfast Health Trust said any concerns raised by staff are investigated. The Royal College of Nursing NI was due to hold a webinar with members on Tuesday evening to discuss concerns members have about safety of patients being treated on corridors. The RCN's Rita Devlin said that the number of concerns raised with health trusts through the whistleblowing policy is only the tip of the iceberg. The concerns included unsafe staffing levels, bed shortages, boarding of patients, ED overcrowding, alleged drug dealing on a hospital site, staff sleeping on night duty, lack of mental health beds and the quality of staff training. The Belfast Trust said all staff are encouraged to make management aware of issues giving them concern through the whistleblowing process. The Trust added: "Any concern we receive is subject to a fair and proportionate process of investigation. "Whistleblowing investigations are of a fact finding nature and all relevant learning is shared as appropriate and taken forward by the Trust." Read full story Source: ITVX. 12 March 2024
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Content ArticleThis is part of our series of Patient Safety Spotlight interviews, where we talk to people working for patient safety about their role and what motivates them. Joy talks to us about why we need to reduce the use of restrictive practices in healthcare, the role of research in identifying unsafe practices and how the Restraint Reduction Network shares and helps organisations implement safer approaches to care.
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Content ArticleThis annual report from ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) presents the top 10 patient safety concerns currently confronting the healthcare industry. It is a guide for a systems approach to adopting proactive strategies and solutions to mitigate risks, improve healthcare outcomes and enhance the well-being of patients and the healthcare workforce. Drawing on ECRI and ISMP’s evidence-based research, data and insights, this report sheds light on issues that leaders should evaluate within their own institutions as potential opportunities to reduce preventable harm. Some of the concerns represent emerging risks, some are well known but still unresolved, but all of them pertain to areas where organisations can make meaningful change.
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Content ArticleWith the launch of Pharmacy First in England, pharmacists have a leading role within primary care across the UK in the treatment of many common minor ailments. These resources on have been compiled by the Pharmaceutical Journal and are mapped to cover the conditions specified by the Welsh common minor ailments service, NHS Pharmacy First Scotland and the Pharmacy First service for England. There are resources relating to the following areas: Respiratory Eye, ear and oral health Gastrointestinal Infections and parasites Dermatology CNS and pain management
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Content ArticleTo decrease surgical site infections after appendectomy for acute appendicitis, preoperative broad-spectrum antibiotics are often used in clinical practice. However, this treatment strategy has come under scrutiny because of increasing rates of antibiotic-resistant infections. This multisite quality improvement project aimed to decrease the treatment of uncomplicated acute appendicitis with piperacillin-tazobactam without increasing the rate of surgical site infections. The intervention had two distinct components: Updating electronic health record orders to encourage preoperative administration of narrow-spectrum antibiotics. Educating surgeons and emergency department clinicians about selecting appropriate antibiotic therapy for acute appendicitis. Patient demographics, clinical characteristics and outcomes were compared six months before and after implementation of the quality improvement intervention. The intervention successfully decreased piperacillin-tazobactam administration without increasing the rate of surgical site infections in patients with acute appendicitis.
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AQUA: Human Factors introduction
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This introductory course is aimed at those who are new to Human Factors or those who are interested in refreshing existing knowledge. You will gain the fundamental knowledge and skills for Human Factors in health and care. Taking place online over two half days, this course will blend guided independent study with facilitated discussion and activities. You will be encouraged to apply your learning to your own role and environment, to reduce error, improve processes that underpin patient safety, and support organisational safety culture. Learning objectives: Understand the basic concept of Human Factors. Understand the importance of Human Factors for safety and quality improvement. Have awareness of what influences human and system performance. Understand the basic concepts of systems thinking. Who is this for? This programme is ideal for any staff who wish to develop a basic knowledge/awareness of human factors. Register -
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AQUA: Human Factors introduction
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This introductory course is aimed at those who are new to Human Factors or those who are interested in refreshing existing knowledge. You will gain the fundamental knowledge and skills for Human Factors in health and care. Taking place online over two half days, this course will blend guided independent study with facilitated discussion and activities. You will be encouraged to apply your learning to your own role and environment, to reduce error, improve processes that underpin patient safety, and support organisational safety culture. Learning objectives: Understand the basic concept of Human Factors. Understand the importance of Human Factors for safety and quality improvement. Have awareness of what influences human and system performance. Understand the basic concepts of systems thinking. Who is this for? This programme is ideal for any staff who wish to develop a basic knowledge/awareness of human factors. Register -
Content ArticleOver the past decade, the implementation of simulation education in health care has increased exponentially. Simulation-based education allows learners to practice patient care in a controlled, psychologically safe environment without the risk of harming a patient. Facilitators may identify medical errors during instruction, aiding in developing targeted education programs leading to improved patient safety. However, medical errors that occur during simulated health care may not be reported broadly in the simulation literature. This study in the Journal of Patient Safety aimed to identify and categorise the type and frequency of reported medical errors in healthcare simulation.
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HSSIB: Investigative interviewing
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untilThis is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course offers an overview of the principles that underpin a professional safety investigation interview with either a member of staff, a patient or a family. The course aligns to the PSIRF guidance on a systems approach to interviews. The course includes: Planning and preparing for an interview. Using a structured hierarchy of questions to facilitate comprehensive, accurate information. Asking system-focused questions. Closing an interview. Learning objectives Understand and describe the working elements of a standardised and tested approach to investigative interviewing. Understand how to apply the model to plan, conduct and evaluate your investigative interviews. Conduct more ethical and professional interviews. Reach stronger defensible investigation conclusions. Increase your own and others confidence in your ability to investigate complex matters. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: Investigative interviewing
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untilThis is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course offers an overview of the principles that underpin a professional safety investigation interview with either a member of staff, a patient or a family. The course aligns to the PSIRF guidance on a systems approach to interviews. The course includes: Planning and preparing for an interview. Using a structured hierarchy of questions to facilitate comprehensive, accurate information. Asking system-focused questions. Closing an interview. Learning objectives Understand and describe the working elements of a standardised and tested approach to investigative interviewing. Understand how to apply the model to plan, conduct and evaluate your investigative interviews. Conduct more ethical and professional interviews. Reach stronger defensible investigation conclusions. Increase your own and others confidence in your ability to investigate complex matters. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: Investigative interviewing
Sam posted an event in Community Calendar
untilThis is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course offers an overview of the principles that underpin a professional safety investigation interview with either a member of staff, a patient or a family. The course aligns to the PSIRF guidance on a systems approach to interviews. The course includes: Planning and preparing for an interview. Using a structured hierarchy of questions to facilitate comprehensive, accurate information. Asking system-focused questions. Closing an interview. Learning objectives Understand and describe the working elements of a standardised and tested approach to investigative interviewing. Understand how to apply the model to plan, conduct and evaluate your investigative interviews. Conduct more ethical and professional interviews. Reach stronger defensible investigation conclusions. Increase your own and others confidence in your ability to investigate complex matters. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: Demystifying thematic analysis
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This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This session will provide an opportunity to ‘have a go’ and discuss some of the challenges and practical aspects of using thematic analysis for the purpose of learning from patient safety issues. Learning objectives: Define thematic analysis and its key concepts. Understand the relevance of using thematic analysis in the context of healthcare safety learning responses. Code a sample data set and develop themes. Relate the use of thematic analysis to your own safety learning response practice. Registration -
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HSSIB: Demystifying thematic analysis
Sam posted an event in Community Calendar
This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This session will provide an opportunity to ‘have a go’ and discuss some of the challenges and practical aspects of using thematic analysis for the purpose of learning from patient safety issues. Learning objectives: Define thematic analysis and its key concepts. Understand the relevance of using thematic analysis in the context of healthcare safety learning responses. Code a sample data set and develop themes. Relate the use of thematic analysis to your own safety learning response practice. Register -
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HSSIB: Demystifying thematic analysis
Sam posted an event in Community Calendar
This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This session will provide an opportunity to ‘have a go’ and discuss some of the challenges and practical aspects of using thematic analysis for the purpose of learning from patient safety issues. Learning objectives: Define thematic analysis and its key concepts. Understand the relevance of using thematic analysis in the context of healthcare safety learning responses. Code a sample data set and develop themes. Relate the use of thematic analysis to your own safety learning response practice. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: Demystifying thematic analysis
Sam posted an event in Community Calendar
This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This session will provide an opportunity to ‘have a go’ and discuss some of the challenges and practical aspects of using thematic analysis for the purpose of learning from patient safety issues. Learning objectives: Define thematic analysis and its key concepts. Understand the relevance of using thematic analysis in the context of healthcare safety learning responses. Code a sample data set and develop themes. Relate the use of thematic analysis to your own safety learning response practice. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: After Action Review
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This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course is aimed at those who are planning to use, or may already be using, After Action Review (AAR) as one of their learning responses to patient safety events. It will also be useful for those in Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) oversight roles. The course is includes: Defining what After Action Review is. Understanding the principles of After Action Review. Discussing the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Exploring how to conduct an After Action Review. Reflecting on the value of After Action Review. Learning objectives: Define what After Action Review is. Understand the principles of After Action Review. Know the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Understand how to conduct an After Action Review. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: After Action Review
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This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course is aimed at those who are planning to use, or may already be using, After Action Review (AAR) as one of their learning responses to patient safety events. It will also be useful for those in Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) oversight roles. The course is includes: Defining what After Action Review is. Understanding the principles of After Action Review. Discussing the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Exploring how to conduct an After Action Review. Reflecting on the value of After Action Review. Learning objectives: Define what After Action Review is. Understand the principles of After Action Review. Know the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Understand how to conduct an After Action Review. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: After Action Review
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This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course is aimed at those who are planning to use, or may already be using, After Action Review (AAR) as one of their learning responses to patient safety events. It will also be useful for those in Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) oversight roles. The course is includes: Defining what After Action Review is. Understanding the principles of After Action Review. Discussing the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Exploring how to conduct an After Action Review. Reflecting on the value of After Action Review. Learning objectives: Define what After Action Review is. Understand the principles of After Action Review. Know the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Understand how to conduct an After Action Review. Register- Posted
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HSSIB: After Action Review
Sam posted an event in Community Calendar
This is for those in NHS Trusts in England only. This practical course is aimed at those who are planning to use, or may already be using, After Action Review (AAR) as one of their learning responses to patient safety events. It will also be useful for those in Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) oversight roles. The course is includes: Defining what After Action Review is. Understanding the principles of After Action Review. Discussing the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Exploring how to conduct an After Action Review. Reflecting on the value of After Action Review. Learning objectives: Define what After Action Review is. Understand the principles of After Action Review. Know the attributes needed to be an After Action Review facilitator. Understand how to conduct an After Action Review. Register- Posted
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Content ArticleThe Government plans to expand physician associate (PA) and anaesthesia associate (AA) roles and to establish the General Medical Council (GMC) as their statutory regulator. There has been concerted opposition to the plans by groups including the Doctors’ Association UK (DAUK) and the British Medical Association (BMA). Earlier this month, the House of Lords sent the draft legislation to the main chamber for proper scrutiny, stating that this was the procedure when an issue "is politically or legally important or gives rise to issues of public policy". In this Medscape article, Dr Sheena Meredith outlines the Government's proposals and why the issue has become so contentious.
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UK exam could be scrapped for foreign dentists
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The government is considering plans to allow dentists from abroad to work without taking an exam to check their education and skills. The proposal, which is subject to a three-month consultation, aims to address the severe shortage of NHS dentists. It is hoped a quicker process would attract more dentists. The British Dental Association has accused the government of avoiding the issues "forcing" dentists to quit. The proposal forms part of the government's £200 million NHS Dental Recovery Plan for England, announced earlier this month. Under the plan, dentists could also be paid more for NHS work, while so-called "dental vans" would be rolled out to areas with low coverage, alongside an advice programme for new parents. There is also a proposal of £20,000 bonuses for dentists working in under-served communities, as part of an effort to increase appointment capacity by 2.5 million next year. At present, overseas dentists are required to pass an exam before they can start work in the UK - the new idea would see the General Dental Council (GDC) granted powers to provisionally register them without a test. Stefan Czerniawski, executive director of strategy at the GDC said: "We need to move at pace, but we need to take the time to get this right - and we will work with stakeholders across the dental sector and four nations to do so." Read full story Source: BBC News, 17 February 2024