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Reducing surgical errors: implementing a three-hinge approach to success.

September 27, 2016

Landers R. AORN J. 2015;101(6):657-65.

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Errors in surgical care are often associated with human factors, interruptions, and staffing issues. This commentary describes a program to augment safety in ambulatory surgery centers, which includes a surgical checklist, change management, and teamwork.

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