Abstract
This study will provide insight into the nature and scale of harmful incidents, which is least studied in developing countries, and thus will contribute to improvement of patient safety and quality of care which are a great concern to patients. It will also influence patient safety policy.
Sigma Membership
Chi at-Large
Lead Author Affiliation
University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana
Type
Poster
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Ghana, Harmful Incidents, Nursing Care
Recommended Citation
Abuosi, Aaron Asibi, "Exploring harmful incidents in university hospitals in Ghana: Implications for patient safety" (2017). Convention. 359.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2017/posters_2017/359
Conference Name
44th Biennial Convention
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Conference Year
2017
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Exploring harmful incidents in university hospitals in Ghana: Implications for patient safety
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
This study will provide insight into the nature and scale of harmful incidents, which is least studied in developing countries, and thus will contribute to improvement of patient safety and quality of care which are a great concern to patients. It will also influence patient safety policy.
Description
44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.