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The development and implementation of checklists in obstetrics.

September 27, 2017

Medicine S for M-F, Bernstein PS, Combs A, et al. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2017;217(2):B2-B6.

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Checklists are considered a key tool for improving communication and safety in risky, stressful environments. This commentary discusses different types of checklists, design elements to consider when developing a checklist, and strategies to implement checklists.

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