How to develop an effective obstetric checklist.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.ajog.2011.06.003.
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Abstract
Checklists to guide critical procedures are becoming an increasingly important part of medical practice. These tools have proved effective in improving outcome in a variety of medical settings, including obstetrics. In this review, we outline essential principles of successful checklist creation and implementation and review our experience with checklist development in a worldwide, multi-institutional health care delivery system.
Medical subject headings
- Checklist
- Obstetrics
- Quality Assurance, Health Care
- Safety Management