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BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The objective of this course is to empower participants in patient safety to improve risk assessment in health care.

SUMMARY

I. Introduction to Patient Safety

• Definition and importance of patient safety
• Historical background and evolution of patient safety
• Key stakeholders in patient safety

II. Understanding Medical Errors

• Types and causes of medical errors
• Impact of medical errors on patients and healthcare systems
• Reporting and analyzing medical errors, Europa

III. Principles of Patient Safety

• Culture of safety
• Teamwork and communication
• Human factors and ergonomics in healthcare
• Just culture and accountability

IV. Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies

• Risk assessment and identification
• Root cause analysis and failure mode and effects analysis
• Implementing preventive measures and best practices
• Monitoring and evaluating patient safety initiatives

V. Technology and Patient Safety?

• Role of technology in improving patient safety
• Electronic health records and medication safety
• Barcoding and automation in healthcare
• Telemedicine and remote patient monitoring

VI. Legal and Ethical Considerations in Patient Safety

• Patient rights and confidentiality
• Informed consent and patient autonomy
• Medical malpractice and liability
• Ethical dilemmas in patient safety

VII. Global Perspectives on Patient Safety

• International patient safety initiatives and organizations
• Cross-cultural considerations in patient safety
• Sharing best practices and lessons learned globally

VIII. Implementing Patient Safety Programs

• Developing a patient safety culture within healthcare organizations
• Training and educating healthcare professionals on patient safety
• Establishing effective reporting and communication systems
• Continuous improvement and sustainability of patient safety initiatives

AUTHOR AND COORDINATOR

Author

Nina Kvadsheim

Coordinator

Berit Helgheim