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Explore the critical role of communication in healthcare, witnessing its influence in preventing errors and fostering patient safety. Learn how clarity, teamwork, and listening are vital for successful outcomes in clinical settings.
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Why? Ineffective communication is a root cause for nearly 66 percent of all … events reported* * (JCAHO Root Causes and Percentages for Sentinel Events (All Categories) January 1995−December 2005)
Poor communication Complacency Lack of knowledge Distraction Poor teamwork Fatigue Lack of resources Pressure Lack of assertiveness Stress Lack of awareness Norms Dirty dozen – causes of error
Acknowledge communication • Read back specifics • Get clarification • Ask questions • Summarise/paraphrase for sender