Action on the iom report/ week 5 discussion
“The majority of medical errors do not result from individual recklessness or the actions of a particular group—this is not a “bad apple” problem. More commonly, errors are caused by faulty systems, processes, and conditions that lead people to make mistakes or fault to prevent them. (p. 2) To achieve a better safety record, the report recommends a four-tired approach: Establish a national focus […]