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  1. A model for developing high-reliability teams. | PSNet

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    September 01, 2018 - Commentary A model for developing high-reliability teams. Citation Text: Riley W, Davis SE, Miller KK, et al. A model for developing high-reliability teams. J Nurs Manag. 2010;18(5):556-63. doi:10.1111/j.1365-2834.2010.01121.x. Copy Citation Format: DOI Google Scholar Pub…

  2. Simulation training in obstetrics. | PSNet

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    September 02, 2015 - Review Simulation training in obstetrics. Citation Text: Gavin NR, Satin AJ. Simulation Training in Obstetrics. Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2017;60(4):802-810. doi:10.1097/GRF.0000000000000322. Copy Citation Format: DOI Google Scholar PubMed BibTeX EndNote X3 XML EndNote 7 XML End…

  3. Emerging issues and challenges for improving patient safety in mental health: a qualitative analysis of expert perspectives. | PSNet

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    June 17, 2009 - Study Emerging issues and challenges for improving patient safety in mental health: a qualitative analysis of expert perspectives. Citation Text: Brickell TA, McLean C. Emerging issues and challenges for improving patient safety in mental health: a qualitative analysis of expert perspe…

  4. The case for simulation as part of a comprehensive patient safety program. | PSNet

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    September 02, 2015 - Review The case for simulation as part of a comprehensive patient safety program. Citation Text: Argani CH, Eichelberger M, Deering S, et al. The case for simulation as part of a comprehensive patient safety program. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2012;206(6):451-5. doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2011.09.01…

  5. Use of simulation to test systems and prepare staff for a new hospital transition. | PSNet

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    May 31, 2017 - Study Use of simulation to test systems and prepare staff for a new hospital transition. Citation Text: Adler MD, Mobley BL, Eppich W, et al. Use of Simulation to Test Systems and Prepare Staff for a New Hospital Transition. J Patient Saf. 2018;14(3):143-147. doi:10.1097/PTS.000000000000…

  6. Increasing physician reporting of diagnostic learning opportunities. | PSNet

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    March 23, 2022 - Study Increasing physician reporting of diagnostic learning opportunities. Citation Text: Marshall TL, Ipsaro AJ, Le M, et al. Increasing physician reporting of diagnostic learning opportunities. Pediatrics. 2021;147(1):e20192400. doi:10.1542/peds.2019-2400. Copy Citation Format: …

  7. Patient safety and end-of-life care: common issues, perspectives, and strategies for improving care. | PSNet

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    June 30, 2021 - Review Patient safety and end-of-life care: common issues, perspectives, and strategies for improving care. Citation Text: Dy SM. Patient Safety and End-of-Life Care: Common Issues, Perspectives, and Strategies for Improving Care. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2016;33(8):791-6. doi:10.1177/104…

  8. Do safety checklists improve teamwork and communication in the operating room? A systematic review. | PSNet

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    January 19, 2016 - Review Do safety checklists improve teamwork and communication in the operating room? A systematic review. Citation Text: Russ S, Rout S, Sevdalis N, et al. Do safety checklists improve teamwork and communication in the operating room? A systematic review. Ann Surg. 2013;258(6):856-71. …

  9. Systems approaches to surgical quality and safety: from concept to measurement. | PSNet

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    January 19, 2016 - Review Systems approaches to surgical quality and safety: from concept to measurement. Citation Text: Vincent CA, Moorthy K, Sarker SK, et al. Systems approaches to surgical quality and safety: from concept to measurement. Ann Surg. 2004;239(4):475-82. Copy Citation Format: …

  10. Analgesic prescribing errors and associated medication characteristics. | PSNet

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    November 01, 2003 - Study Analgesic prescribing errors and associated medication characteristics. Citation Text: Smith HS, Lesar TS. Analgesic prescribing errors and associated medication characteristics. The journal of pain : official journal of the American Pain Society. 2011;12(1):29-40. doi:10.1016/j.…

  11. Delays and errors in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation by pediatric residents during simulated cardiopulmonary arrests. | PSNet

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    January 02, 2017 - Study Delays and errors in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation by pediatric residents during simulated cardiopulmonary arrests. Citation Text: Hunt EA, Vera K, Diener-West M, et al. Delays and errors in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation by pediatric residents…

  12. The clinical transformation of Ascension Health: eliminating all preventable injuries and deaths. | PSNet

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    January 05, 2017 - Commentary The clinical transformation of Ascension Health: eliminating all preventable injuries and deaths. Citation Text: Pryor DB, Tolchin SF, Hendrich A, et al. The clinical transformation of Ascension Health: eliminating all preventable injuries and deaths. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Sa…

  13. Impact of patient safety mandates on medical education in the United States. | PSNet

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    June 01, 2011 - Review Impact of patient safety mandates on medical education in the United States. Citation Text: Kane JM, Brannen ML, Kern E. Impact of Patient Safety Mandates on Medical Education in the United States. J Patient Saf. 2008;4(2):93-97. doi:10.1097/pts.0b013e318173f7b5. Copy Citation…

  14. Reasons for after-hours calls by hospital floor nurses to on-call physicians. | PSNet

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    March 21, 2017 - Study Reasons for after-hours calls by hospital floor nurses to on-call physicians. Citation Text: Bernstam E, Pancheri KK, Johnson CM, et al. Reasons for after-hours calls by hospital floor nurses to on-call physicians. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2007;33(6):342-9. Copy Citation F…

  15. Effective perioperative communication to enhance patient care. | PSNet

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    March 17, 2015 - Commentary Effective perioperative communication to enhance patient care. Citation Text: Garrett H. Effective Perioperative Communication to Enhance Patient Care. AORN J. 2016;104(2):111-20. doi:10.1016/j.aorn.2016.06.001. Copy Citation Format: DOI Google Scholar PubMed Bib…

  16. It's not all about me: motivating hand hygiene among health care professionals by focusing on patients. | PSNet

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    May 29, 2019 - Study It's not all about me: motivating hand hygiene among health care professionals by focusing on patients. Citation Text: Grant AM, Hofmann DA. It's not all about me: motivating hand hygiene among health care professionals by focusing on patients. Psychol Sci. 2011;22(12):1494-9. do…

  17. Health literacy and the quality of physician–patient communication during hospitalization. | PSNet

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    April 05, 2013 - Study Health literacy and the quality of physician–patient communication during hospitalization. Citation Text: Kripalani S, Jacobson TA, Mugalla IC, et al. Health literacy and the quality of physician-patient communication during hospitalization. J Hosp Med. 2010;5(5). doi:10.1002/jhm…

  18. Health-Care-Associated Infections in Hospitals: An Overview of State Reporting Programs and Individual Hospital Initiatives to Reduce Certain Infections. | PSNet

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    June 07, 2008 - Book/Report Health-Care-Associated Infections in Hospitals: An Overview of State Reporting Programs and Individual Hospital Initiatives to Reduce Certain Infections. Citation Text: Health-Care-Associated Infections in Hospitals: An Overview of State Reporting Programs and Individual Ho…

  19. Fixing healthcare from the inside, today. | PSNet

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    February 28, 2011 - Commentary Classic Fixing healthcare from the inside, today. Citation Text: Spear SJ. Fixing health care from the inside, today. Harv Bus Rev. 2005;83(9):78-91, 158. Copy Citation Format: Google Scholar PubMed BibTeX EndNote X3 XML EndNote 7 XML …

  20. Independent Mortality Review of Cardiac Surgery at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. | PSNet

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    May 24, 2023 - Book/Report Independent Mortality Review of Cardiac Surgery at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Citation Text: Independent Mortality Review of Cardiac Surgery at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. NHS Improvement. Independent Mortality Review of …
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