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.
The Joint Commission has released a sentinel event alert focused on reducing disruptive behavior in health care to enhance clinician well-being and safety. This commentary discusses personality traits and environmental factors that may contribute to disruptive behaviors among physicians. The authors suggest awareness-building, leadership actions, and support programs to address conditions that perpetuate disruptive behaviors.