A qualitative study examining the influences on situation awareness and the identification, mitigation and escalation of recognised patient risk.
Brady PW, Goldenhar LM. A qualitative study examining the influences on situation awareness and the identification, mitigation and escalation of recognised patient risk. BMJ Qual Saf. 2014;23(2):153-61. doi:10.1136/bmjqs-2012-001747.
This study used focus groups with nurses, respiratory therapists, and resident physicians to explore issues related to situational awareness in the hospital. Recommendations for targeted interventions included standardized language and interdisciplinary huddles.