Should patients have a role in patient safety? A safety engineering view.

Melinda Lyons

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Should patients have a role in patient safety? A safety engineering view.

March 28, 2011

Lyons M. Qual Saf Health Care. 2007;16(2):140-2.

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Noting associated risks from a safety engineering perspective, the author discusses the pros and cons of patient involvement in the safety of their care.

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