Event reporting: the value of a nonpunitive approach.

Barbara J. Youngberg

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Event reporting: the value of a nonpunitive approach.

November 26, 2008

Youngberg BJ. Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2008;51(4):647-55.

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This article discusses ways to minimize failure by understanding human error and suggests how to design reporting systems to stimulate improvement rather than blame individuals.

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