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Nurse leader perspectives and experiences on caregiver support following a serious medical error.

March 12, 2025

Prothero MM, Sorhus M, Huefner K. J Nurs Adm. 2024;54(12):664-669.

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Nursing leadership plays an important role in establishing a culture of safety. Findings from this cross-sectional survey with 255 nurse leaders highlight the important role of authentic leadership in fostering psychological safety and supporting nurses after serious medical errors. Survey respondents also endorsed the importance of formal support programs, including peer support, education, error analysis, and just culture.

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