Mastering Patient Safety: A Comprehensive Guide

By Robert Wachter and Kiran Gupta, renowned experts in the field of patient safety, this revised and updated edition of Understanding Patient Safety is an essential resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve patient outcomes and reduce medical errors.

The Importance of Patient Safety in Healthcare

The increasingly complex healthcare system has led to a rise in medical errors, compromising patient safety. It is crucial to acknowledge that medical errors are a byproduct of this complexity, and addressing them requires a multifaceted approach. With the right guidance, caregivers can develop the necessary skills and insights to prioritize patient safety.

A Comprehensive Primer on Patient Safety

Understanding Patient Safety is a must-read for anyone seeking to master the clinical, organizational, and systems issues of patient safety. This bestselling primer provides healthcare professionals with the essential tools and principles to optimize quality and safety. The book is filled with engaging case studies, analyses, tables, graphics, and key points, making it an invaluable resource for healthcare providers.

What’s Covered in This Edition

The third edition of Understanding Patient Safety reflects pivotal new developments in the field, including:

• Major updates in diagnostic errors, information technology, and patient safety
• Ambulatory safety and its implications for healthcare providers
• Clinician burnout and its impact on patient care
• Human factors and errors at the person-machine interface
• Workplace issues, including supporting caregivers after major errors
• How to organize an effective safety program
• Coordination of patient education and training
• An overview of the malpractice system and its role in patient safety
• The patient’s role in ensuring their own safety

This comprehensive guide is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and patients seeking to understand the complexities of patient safety and improve healthcare outcomes.

Product Details:

Publisher: McGraw Hill / Medical
Language: English
Paperback: 528 pages
ISBN-10: 1259860248
ISBN-13: 978-1259860249