NUR 37000 Patient Safety and Quality

This course gives the student foundational knowledge in patient safety, risk management and quality improvement science. The impact of system vulnerabilities on patient outcomes will be explored, and institutional responses to adverse events will be reviewed. Students will learn about models for improving patient safety in hospitals and other health care institutions. Students will learn how to conduct an incident investigation, appreciate the advantages and limitations of error reporting, and learn principles involved in disclosing errors and adverse events. The importance of interdisciplinary teamwork and communication in creating and sustaining a culture of safety will be explored. The role of the healthcare professional in contributing to a culture of safety will be identified and examined.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

C or better in NUR 31000 or AHS 32000.