Promoting engagement by patients and families to reduce adverse events in acute care settings: a systematic review.

Zackary D Berger; Tabor E Flickinger; Elizabeth R Pfoh; Kathryn A Martinez; Sydney M Dy

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Promoting engagement by patients and families to reduce adverse events in acute care settings: a systematic review.

February 5, 2014

Berger ZD, Flickinger TE, Pfoh ER, et al. BMJ Qual Saf. 2014;23(7):548-55.

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Patient engagement is touted as an important tool for detecting adverse events and ensuring safety. This systematic review found that more high-quality evidence is needed to inform practical application of patient engagement programs.

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