Patiens Safety

OBGYN

Dr TATIT NURSETA SpOG(K)Onk

Patient Safety Definition

Healthcare organizations including hospitals were founded to give care to those who need it and to keep patients safe. It is generally agreed upon that the definition of patient safety is

Medical Errors
Medical errors cost the United States billions of dollars each year. Some clear examples of errors include: Surgery on the wrong body part Surgery on the wrong patient Patients receiving the wrong medication

National Safety Goals

Improve the accuracy of patient identification. Improve the effectiveness of communication among caregivers. Improve the safety of using medications.

Swiss-cheese Model

Reason, J. (2000) Human error: models and management. BMJ 320 (7237): 768-70

Improve the accuracy of patient identification

Do you know what our policies say about patient identification???

Improve the accuracy of patient identification

The policies say healthcare providers are to check at least two patient identifiers before providing care, treatments or services. These identifiers should be used to validate a patients identity
Inpatients - Patient name and medical record number Outpatients Patient name and date of birth

Improve the accuracy of patient identification

For inpatients, or any other patient provided with an identification bracelet, the bracelet should be used to identify the patient.

Reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections

Follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for hand hygiene
Wash hands for 15 seconds Sing Happy Birthday to yourself as you do it Use waterless hand cleansers when soap and water are not available Dont wear artificial nails in patient care areas Know when to use correct hand hygiene

What else is being done to promote patient safety?

Policies for safe disposal of contaminated articles and sharps

Syringes Needles Blades

Conclusion
Be an advocate for our patients.

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