Patient safety culture refers to the shared values, beliefs, and norms about the importance of patient safety within a healthcare organization. It reflects how safety is perceived, managed, and prioritized in daily healthcare practices.
Introduction Senior care facilities play a crucial role in caring for the elderly, but face unique quality and safety challenges.
Patient safety hinges on accurate patient identification. Misidentification is a persistent and serious concern that can trigger a cascade of
ECRI’s report on the Top 10 Patient Safety Concerns identifies the most pressing patient safety concerns in 2025. While these
The Severity Assessment Code (SAC) Matrix is a risk assessment tool widely used in healthcare to evaluate and categorize the
The new Aged Care Act in Australia introduces new challenges for NDIS providers who offer aged care services or having
The new Aged Care Act, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, introduces sweeping reforms designed to enhance the
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) holds tremendous potential to transform the healthcare industry. Healthcare organizations are increasingly adopting AI
What is Proactive Risk Assessment? Proactive risk assessment (PRA) is a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential hazards
Needlestick and sharps injury (NSI) is a serious occupational hazard and health concern. Healthcare workers (HCWs) who have frequent exposure to needles are at increased risk of NSIs. Sharps exposures can lead to serious or fatal infections with bloodborne pathogens such as hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, or HIV. Proper reporting and prevention strategies are crucial in mitigating these risks.
