Exploring Harmful Incidents in University Hospitals in Ghana: Implications for Patient Safety
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Aaron Asibi Abuosi, PhD, MBA, BA, University of Ghana Business School, University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana
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Abstract
This study will provide insight into the nature and scale of harmful incidents, which is least studied in developing countries, and thus will contribute to improvement of patient safety and quality of care which are a great concern to patients. It will also influence patient safety policy.
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44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.
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2017-10-24T18:43:02Z
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Keywords | Ghana; Harmful Incident; Nursing Care |
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| Name | 44th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2017 |
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