Patient Safety and Quality Improvement in Healthcare: A Case-Based Approach
- ISBN-10
- 3030558290
- ISBN-13
- 9783030558291
- Category
- Medical
- Pages
- 383
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020-12-15
- Publisher
- Springer Nature
- Authors
- Rahul K. Shah, Sandip A. Godambe
Description
This text uses a case-based approach to share knowledge and techniques on how to operationalize much of the theoretical underpinnings of hospital quality and safety. Written and edited by leaders in healthcare, education, and engineering, these 22 chapters provide insights as to where the field of improvement and safety science is with regards to the views and aspirations of healthcare advocates and patients. Each chapter also includes vignettes to further solidify the theoretical underpinnings and drive home learning. End of chapter commentary by the editors highlight important concepts and connections between various chapters in the text. Patient Safety and Quality Improvement in Healthcare: A Case-Based Approach presents a novel approach towards hospital safety and quality with the goal to help healthcare providers reach zero harm within their organizations.
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