Foundations in Patient Safety for Health Professionals (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780763763381)

Covering a wide range of health care disciplines, Foundations in Patient Safety for Health Professionals is a practical, comprehensive guide to creating a culture of safety in health care settings. Developed by faculty members in bioethics, business, dentistry, law, medicine, nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, and social work, this introductory textbook presents the history of safety and the core concepts of patient safety. This important resource features a patient-centered approach within a practice-based context. Written in a straightforward style, it uses personal and professional stories to illustrate the application of safety principles. Modules and case-based exercises help students learn the importance of safety best practices and quality improvements. Practicing health care professionals will also find this book to be a valuable resource.

Author: Kimberly A. Galt, Karen A. Paschal
ISBN-10: 0763763381
ISBN-13: 9780763763381
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Language: English
Published: 10/08/2009
Pages: 250
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.70d

Review Citation(s):
Scitech Book News 03/01/2010 pg. 74