Error reporting as a preventive force.

Roy L. Simpson

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Error reporting as a preventive force.

July 13, 2005

Simpson RL. Nurs Manage. 2005;36(6):21-24, 56.

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This author highlights how error reporting can improve patient safety when supported by information technology, legislation, and a culture of safety.

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