RES/709 Research OutlineUniversity of Phoenix RES/709 06:35:45 GMT -05:00Medical Error1. Program of Study (DBA, DHA, DM, EDD): DHA/ Veteran Affairs Hospital2. Background of the Problem and Problem StatementMedical errors could occur out of omission, when actions are not taken, or commission when a ...
1. Program of Study (DBA, DHA, DM, EDD): DHA/ Veteran Affairs Hospital
2. Background of the Problem and Problem Statement
Medical errors could occur out of omission, when actions are not taken, or commission when
a wrong action is taken. Medical errors in healthcare settings are caused by a wide range of
factors, including inadequate education, training, experience and orientation of the
practitioners (Ahmed et al., 2019). Inadequate patient identification methods and failure to
obtain consent from a patient or caregivers could also result in medical errors. Medical errors
also result from incomplete patient assessment and failure to effectively educate patients on
the various treatment options (Ahmed et al., 2019). Medical errors are caused by inadequate
policies within healthcare facilities that guide behaviours and procedures followed by the
practitioners. Finally, it could also result from consistency in the procedures and policies
around the quality of the patients' services. Medical errors have a significant impact on the
patient and their families. It could also have an adverse impact on the patient's mental and
emotional health, leading to burnout, lack of concentration and depression.
Healthcare professionals tend to experience significant psychological impacts,
including guilt, inadequacy or depressive disorders due to the perceived or actual medical
errors. Many practitioners are reluctant to report medical errors due to fear of punishment,
losing their jobs, or patient safety. However, failure to report medical errors could
significantly harm a patient. While some institutions have rigid policies that could result in a
revolving cycle of medical errors, healthcare practitioners must identify, and report risks and
dangers associated with medical errors to improve patient outcomes. Several factors can help
prevent or reduce medical errors in healthcare facilities by preventing mistakes in surgeries
by focusing on patient safety. Focusing on patient safety is a practical approach that can help
prevent infection, improving communication to enhance care coordination. Through
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