The concept of shared mental models in healthcare collaboration.

Sara A. McComb; Vicki Simpson

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The concept of shared mental models in healthcare collaboration.

December 11, 2013

McComb SA, Simpson V. J Adv Nurs. 2014;70(7):1479-88.

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This concept analysis examines how shared mental models can improve teamwork and recommends that this concept be integrated into training programs to improve care quality.

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