Disclosure of patient safety incidents: a comprehensive review.

Elaine O'Connor; Hilary M. Coates; Iain Yardley; Albert W. Wu

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Disclosure of patient safety incidents: a comprehensive review.

September 1, 2010

O'Connor E, Coates HM, Yardley I, et al. Int J Qual Health Care. 2010;22(5):371-9.

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This study summarizes the literature around error disclosure, highlighting the opportunity for improved policies, increased support of professionals involved in disclosing events, and the potential benefits of disclosure on the provider–patient relationship.

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