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Enhancing Patient Safety in Nursing: Strategies and Practices

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One of the most effective ways to reduce this number is by focusing on patient safety in nursing. For many hospitals, achieving better outcomes begins with the implementation of improved patient safety protocols. What is patient safety in nursing? How do nurses ensure patient safety in the care setting?

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Extended Nurse Work Hours and Patient Safety: Effects and Solutions

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But the effect of long nurse work hours on patient safety is an area of concern. Despite the perks of a 12-hour workday, the impacts of 12-hour vs. eight-hour nursing shifts on patient outcomes can be significant. Many concerns with 12-hour shifts are tied to nurse overtime and patient safety.

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Improving Patient Safety With VR for Infection Prevention and Control

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As we observe Patient Safety Week, I am excited to bring focus to technology that has been making a difference in healthcare: virtual reality (VR) for infection prevention and control (IPC). According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 31 hospital patients contracts an HAI every day.

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Characteristics and Examples of Transformational Leadership in Nursing

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Increased patient safety Healthcare organizations that adopt transformational leadership see gains in staff satisfaction, which has the important effect of reducing the rate of medical errors. A study in Belgium found that transformational leadership exerts a significant positive impact on the safety performance of nurses.

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Nuclear Verdicts in Obstetrics Show the Risk of Malpractice Claims — What Are the Root Causes?

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Breakdowns in communication — Effective communication is the backbone of patient safety. In addition, they are knowledgeable about patient safety and improvement initiatives such as high reliability and a just culture. Adopt high-reliability practices Building a culture of high reliability is crucial.

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Transforming Compliance: From Burden to Competitive Advantage

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A strong compliance program also enhances your organization’s reputation as a provider that prioritizes patient safety and adherence to regulations, which can lead to more referrals and partnerships.

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The Six Domains of Health Care Quality — New Considerations

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The book brought attention to the high number of patient deaths from medical errors compared to other causes that had fewer fatalities but garnered far more public attention — such as motor vehicle accidents, breast cancer, AIDS, and workplace injuries.