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Safe surgery initiative saves lives.

Authors :
Cheek, Dennis J.
Jones, Terri S.
Source :
Nursing. Aug2009, Vol. 39 Issue 8, p14-15. 2p.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The articles presents a safety checklist for reducing complications from surgery, as described by the World Health Organization (WHO) Second Global Patient Safety Challenge titled "Safe Surgery Saves Lives," which includes making sure the medical team is operating on the correct patient at the correct site, the use of methods known to prevent harm, and preparing for any life-threatening loss of respiratory function.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03604039
Volume :
39
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nursing
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
43738461