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Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

2011

Patient safety

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The Case For Simulation As Part Of A Comprehensive Patient Safety Program, Cynthia H. Argani, Melissa Eichelberger, Shad Deering, Andrew J. Satin Jan 2011

The Case For Simulation As Part Of A Comprehensive Patient Safety Program, Cynthia H. Argani, Melissa Eichelberger, Shad Deering, Andrew J. Satin

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Simulation in obstetrics allows us to practice in a safe environment. Simulations can improve the performance of individuals and obstetric teams. The evidence is overwhelming that, with simulated practice, obstetricians improve their technical and communication skills. Evidence is emerging that simulation ultimately may improve clinical outcomes. It stands to reason that simulation in obstetrics should be incorporated into comprehensive patient safety programs.


How To Develop An Effective Obstetric Checklist, M. Bardett Fausett, Anthony Propst, Karin Van Doren, Benjamin T. Clark Jan 2011

How To Develop An Effective Obstetric Checklist, M. Bardett Fausett, Anthony Propst, Karin Van Doren, Benjamin T. Clark

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Checklists to guide critical procedures are becoming an increasingly important part of medical practice. These tools have proved effective in improving outcome in a variety of medical settings, including obstetrics. In this review, we outline essential principles of successful checklist creation and implementation and review our experience with checklist development in a worldwide, multiinstitutional health care delivery system.