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Not all NHS organisations perform root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for low-harm HAPUs. However, in the author's experience, organisations that embrace all available learning from these...
We are writing in response to the article by Andrew Barton and board members of the UK's National Infusion and Vascular Access Society (NIVAS). ‘Intravenous infusion drug administration: flushing...
On reflecting on what can be done, one can't help but feel that the way in which the NHS has traditionally managed patient safety incidents has not systematically supported the staff involved..
Already established training was increased. Bespoke and accessible training sessions across the city were offered, along with continuing daily support offered to staff across the directorate at their...
Timewise (2018), a community interest company, worked with a number of trusts to scope how flexible working could aid retention. The resulting three-part action plan is a good starting point for...
‘Compassionate and collective leadership (individually and institutionally) are core to ensuring staff have the right support.’ .
I aim to provide a better standard of care for patients who are often marginalised by their disease process and symptoms—to offer support and palliation to hepatocellular cancer and decompensated...
The theoretical, composite case presented here is that of Mrs Smith, a 78-year-old female, who was widowed and lived alone. The RRT had received a referral from the North-West Ambulance Service...
The quality improvement (SusQI) framework of sustainable value was used as the basis of our evaluation (Mortimer et al, 2018). This includes considerations of financial, environmental and social...
Individuals with intellectual disabilities are a unique heterogeneous population who require specific health improvement strategies to meet their individual needs (Cooper et al, 2004). Although there...