Evaluation of postoperative handover using a tool to assess information transfer and teamwork.

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Evaluation of postoperative handover using a tool to assess information transfer and teamwork.

May 4, 2011

Nagpal K, Abboudi M, Fischler L, et al. Ann Surg. 2011;253:831-837.

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Handoffs of patients after surgery pose patient safety risks. This study reports on the validation of a structured tool to improve postoperative handoff communication.

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