Physician assistant Alexandra Godfrey observes the constant interruptions in the ED and considers approaches to reducing distractions that can result in errors, in her latest post for
In Practice: Reflections from NPs and PAs.
Some interruptions in the emergency department are essential, but others result in distracted caretakers and errors in patient care. To reduce the latter, blogger Alexandra Godfrey suggests that interrupters and the interrupted notice these moments and ask themselves two questions: “Is this an appropriate time?” And, “Should I delay this interruption?” Read her observations and ideas for improvement in the latest post for In Practice: Reflections from NPs and PAs.
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