| Subject: | 2006 National Patient Safety Goals New Goal 13 and Requirement 13A Regarding Communication of Patient Safety Concerns |
| Category: | The Joint Commission (TJC)
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| Published: | Mon, 8 Aug 2005 - 10:00 am |
| Active communication between patients, families and healthcare providers regarding the patient's care, treatment or services is a very important element of the culture of safety in healthcare organizations. When patients and their families are involved in the patient's care they become more aware of possible complications and treatment options. It has been pointed out that patients and families may be able to identify potential or actual adverse events that busy healthcare providers may not... The full article is available to StayAlert subscribers. Click here for a free trial subscription. |
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