A study finds that the implementation of a multifaceted program to improve patient handoffs (change in staff caring for a patient) among physicians-in-training residents at a children's hospital was associated with a reduction in medical errors and preventable adverse events. The study will be appearing in the December 4 issue of iJAMA/i, a medical education theme issue. Handoff miscommunications are a leading cause of medical errors. "The Agency for Healthcare ...
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