Debriefing to improve interprofessional teamwork in the operating room: a systematic review.

Emma Skegg; Canice McElroy; Mercedes Mudgway; James Hamill

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Debriefing to improve interprofessional teamwork in the operating room: a systematic review.

March 6, 2024

Skegg E, McElroy C, Mudgway M, et al. J Nurs Scholarsh. 2023;55(6):1179-1188.

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Debriefing is a core strategy to foster learning opportunities and reduce future errors. This systematic review explored the barriers and facilitators of effective implementation of surgical debriefing. Findings highlight the importance of leadership commitment, integration with existing quality and safety processes, and closed-loop feedback to operating room team members.

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