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Human Errors and the Culture of Patient Safety

Human Errors and the Culture of Patient Safety

This lecture introduces the concept of human error in healthcare and the principles of a safety-oriented clinical culture. It discusses system design, error reporting, just culture, and the role of communication and teamwork in reducing adverse events. Learners explore case studies that connect theory to real-world clinical decision-making.

Keywords:
Healthcare Management, Systems Thinking, Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, Human Error, Clinical Culture
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Material Type:
Presentation
Date Added to MERLOT:
October 13, 2025
Date Modified in MERLOT:
October 13, 2025
Author:
 
Submitter:
Brian Pollo
Primary Audience:
College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Languages:
Tagalog, English
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Unknown
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