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The rise of patient safety organizations.

November 25, 2009

Ivill DS; Kearbey AH.

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This news feature discusses legal aspects of Patient Safety Organizations' (PSO) role in data collection and evaluation, work product designation, confidentiality protection, and organizational structure. In addition, the authors suggest key considerations to guide effective PSO implementation.

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