A novel process audit for standardized perioperative handoff protocols.

Vinay Pallekonda; Adam T. Scholl; George M. McKelvey; Hassan Amhaz; Deanna Essa; Spurthy Narreddy; Jens Tan; Mark Templonuevo; Sasha Ramirez; Michelle A. Petrovic

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A novel process audit for standardized perioperative handoff protocols.

November 1, 2017

Pallekonda V, Scholl AT, McKelvey GM, et al. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2017;43(11):611-618.

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Standardizing handoffs is a recommended strategy to reduce error. This commentary describes a tool developed to support handoffs from the operating room. The authors discuss how to audit handoff activities to ensure the tool is being used correctly.

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