From 'worst' to 'first' in pressure ulcer incidents
Healthcare Benchmarks and Quality Improvement 17(6): 65-66
2010
ISSN/ISBN: 1541-1052 PMID: 20491199 Document Number: 638229
Several departments are made part of the process. Regular audits are conducted and system errors addressed. Staffs receive regular communication on their performance.
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