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National Patient Safety Goals Depend on Good Communication

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Patient Safety Awareness Week, sponsored by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement , is the perfect time to review the Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals. For 2023, its list of patient safety goals for hospitals includes the following: Identify patients correctly. Use medicines safely.

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4 Phases of Emergency Management for Hospitals and Health Systems

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Events like power outages or fires can jeopardize patient safety, especially in critical care areas. Provide mental health support: Offer counseling and psychological support to staff, patients, and their families who may have been traumatized by the disaster.