How to develop an effective obstetric checklist.

Fausett, M Bardett; Propst, Anthony; Van Doren, Karin; Clark, Benjamin T · Am J Obstet Gynecol · 2011

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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.

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