The power of collaboration with patient safety programs: building safe passage for patients, nurses, and clinical staff.

Karlene M. Kerfoot; Kathryn Rapala; Patricia R. Ebright; Suzanne M. Rogers

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The power of collaboration with patient safety programs: building safe passage for patients, nurses, and clinical staff.

January 3, 2007

Kerfoot KM, Rapala K, Ebright PR, et al. J Nurs Adm. 2006;36(12):582-588.

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The authors describe the development of a patient safety initiative launched by a three-hospital system, its experience over 5 years, and plans for the future that emphasize the importance of embracing a partnership model.

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