Writing’s on the wall: improving the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist
Background and problem The WHO Surgical Safety Checklist has been shown to improve patient safety as well as improving teamwork and communication in theatres. In 2009, it was made a mandatory requirement for all NHS hospitals in England and Wales. The WHO checklist is intended to be adapted to suit...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2021-03-01
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Series: | BMJ Open Quality |
Online Access: | https://bmjopenquality.bmj.com/content/10/1/e001086.full |