Study The ethics and practical importance of defining, distinguishing and disclosing nursing errors: a discussion paper. Citation Text: Johnstone MJ; Kanitsaki O. Copy Citation Save Save to your library Print Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL March 29, 2006 Johnstone MJ; Kanitsaki O. View more articles from the same authors. The authors provide a definition of "nursing error," discuss the importance of disclosing nursing errors, and advocate for a non-punitive system. PubMed citation Save Save to your library Print Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin Copy URL Cite Citation Citation Text: Johnstone MJ; Kanitsaki O. Copy Citation Related Resources From the Same Author(s) Engaging patients as safety partners: some considerations for ensuring a culturally and linguistically appropriate approach. November 12, 2008 Hamilton father misdiagnosed with lung cancer demands answers. November 26, 2014 MGH faces suit over drug error that killed woman. 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Events associated with the prescribing, dispensing, and administering of medication loading doses. September 19, 2012
Medical error reduction: the effect of employee satisfaction with organizational support. June 8, 2011
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