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AORN Position Statement on Patient Safety.

May 1, 2022

AORN J. 2022;115(5):454-457.

This position statement outlines recommendations from the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses on core components of safe perioperative nursing and its role in strengthening patient safety. Elements discussed include error reduction, leadership engagement, and safe working environment..

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