Medical error what do we know? what do we do?

• Other Authors: Rosenthal, Marilynn M. (Editor), Sutcliffe, Kathleen M. 1950- (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: San Francisco Jossey-Bass 2002
• Edition: first edition
• Subjects: Medical Errors > prevention & control; Malpractice; Patient Satisfaction; Risk Management
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• Physical Description: xxix, 325 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780787963958; 078796395X

The information contained in "Medical Error" includes contributions from experts in the field who offer a comprehensive and constructive review of medical mishaps. The book provides a useful reference for students and practitioners who must examine and assess the critical area of patient safety. Throughout "Medical Error" the authors stress the critical need for accountability and transparency and address a number of compelling questions: Where are we mired in outdated approaches? Where have we misinterpreted data? Where are we getting new insights? Where do we dare to be innovative? This helpful resource will prove to be a valuable tool for health care professionals who strive to improve care for all their patients