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The AHRQ PSNet Collection comprises an extensive selection of resources relevant to the patient safety community. These resources come in a variety of formats, including literature, research, tools, and Web sites. Resources are identified using the National Library of Medicine’s Medline database, various news and content aggregators, and the expertise of the AHRQ PSNet editorial and technical teams.

Abandon the term "second victim."

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Clarkson MD, Haskell H, Hemmelgarn C, et al. BMJ. 2019;364:l1233.

The term "second victim," coined by Dr. Albert Wu, has engendered mixed responses from patients and health care professionals. This commentary raises concerns that the term negates the sense of responsibility for errors that result in harm and advocates for abandoning it.

Patient safety education: what was, what is, and what will be?

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Klamen D, Sanserino K, Skolnik PJ. Teach Learn Med. 2013;25.

This commentary discusses patient safety education during medical school and describes a framework for integrating this topic into curriculum.

Pursuing professional accountability: an evidence-based approach to addressing residents with behavioral problems.

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Sanfey H, DaRosa DA, Hickson GB, et al. Arch Surg. 2012;147:642-7.

This commentary discusses experts' recommendations for early identification of problem residents as a strategy to prevent poor or disruptive behaviors from being ingrained in their practice.

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