What prevents incident disclosure, and what can be done to promote it?
Iedema R, Allen S, Sorensen R, et al. What prevents incident disclosure, and what can be done to promote it? Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2011;37(9):409-417.
This Australian study used interviews with clinicians, patients, and families to identify a wide range of barriers to disclosing adverse events. The article provides specific guidance for clinicians, risk managers, and policymakers to promote full disclosure of adverse events.