Improving safety for patients receiving a blood transfusion

Article Abstract:

The integrated care pathway was revised to improve and maintain patient safety during blood transfusions and to improve the documentation of blood transfusion episodes. It is very critical to make sure that the documentation is accurate and care is evidence based.

General services, Methods, Safety and security measures, Blood transfusion

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Patient and clinician opinions on copying letters to patients

Article Abstract:

An evaluation on 'copying letters to patients' scheme is carried out in a primary care mental health team to find their experiences of receiving reports. Many patients show positive response towards trust in services and commitment to treatment.

Usage, Evaluation, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Communication in medicine, Medical communication

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Using computer-aided systems to provide patient information

Article Abstract:

Patient information should be made to suit the learning style of each person. Such systems have shown positive results in well being, when nurses acted as facilitators.

Information Systems & Theory, Information technology, Technology application

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