Provider interruptions and patient perceptions of care: an observational study in the emergency department.
Schneider A, Wehler M, Weigl M. Provider interruptions and patient perceptions of care: an observational study in the emergency department. BMJ Qual Saf. 2019;28(4):296-304. doi:10.1136/bmjqs-2018-007811.
Distractions and interruptions have been shown to adversely affect patient safety, but some interruptions may have a positive impact and actually improve care. In this observational study focused on interruptions of doctors and nurses in a single emergency department (ED), researchers found a positive association between interruptions initiated by patients and patient perceptions of ED care quality and efficiency.