Risks related to patient bed safety.

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Risks related to patient bed safety.

November 14, 2012

Sharkey JE, Van Leuven K, Radovich P. J Nurs Care Qual. 2012;27(4):346-51.

Reviewing the three major contributing factors to medical errors associated with hospital beds, this commentary recommends a risk assessment program to ensure hospital beds meet safety standards.

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