PREPROCEDURE 1) We recommend that providers should be familiar with the operation of
their specific ultrasound machine prior to initiation of a vascular access procedure. 2) We …

Objective To assess the effectiveness of system-wide interventions designed to increase the
implementation of thromboprophylaxis and decrease the incidence of venous …

Background Medication discrepancies arising at care transitions are prevalent and are
linked with adverse drug events and increased healthcare utilization. Evidence is lacking …

Background: Ensuring the delivery of quality care and patient safety requires that nurses
improve their self-reflection and insight as well as their critical thinking. To understand the …

Objective To examine associations between parent health literacy, discharge plan
complexity, and parent comprehension of and adherence to inpatient discharge instructions …

Among patient safety initiatives, preventing central line–associated bloodstream infection
(CLABSI) has been a case study in success (1–3). Progress in reducing CLABSI relates to …

Objectives: Research on the genetic basis of tinnitus is still in its first steps. A group of
scientists dedicated to tinnitus genetics within European Tinnitus Network (TINNET) network …

Patient falls during hospitalization can lead to severe injuries and remain one of the most
vexing patient-safety problems facing hospitals. They lead to increased medical care costs …

Background Use of ultrasound-guidance for central venous access in adults is the standard
of care. There is, however, less clarity in the role of routine ultrasound use in obtaining …

Objetivo Valorar diferencias entre necesidad e implementación de prácticas seguras
recomendadas para la seguridad del paciente y utilidad del uso de señales de tráfico para …