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Human factors engineering: its place and potential in OR safety.

May 20, 2015

Criscitelli T. AORN J. 2015;101(5):571-3.

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Human factors engineering can be applied to reduce risks associated with human performance and technology use. This commentary explores human factors engineering principles and educational models that can help identify opportunities to improve reliability of health care delivery.

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