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Patient Safety

Every year thousands of American citizens die because of medical/nursing errors, medication errors and accidental injuries in hospitals, nursing homes and in home health settings.

 

This site was developed for the general public and health professionals in Nevada to assist and educate them about the important issue of patient safety. We hope that the information contained in this website will provide you with the tools necessary to help you protect yourself, your family members and your patients.

Patient Safety for the Public

 

Learn how you, as a member of the public, can protect yourself and your family in various health care settings

Patient Safety in a Hospital Setting - Click here for: information about how to become actively involved in your health care

     

Patient Safety in an Office Setting - Click here for: information about communicating with your health care providers, setting boundaries, and other useful tips

Patient Safety in a Nursing Home -Click here for: information about how to help protect yourself or your vulnerable loved ones

 

Patient Safety in a Home Health Setting - Click here for: information about home health agencies and information for caregivers

Reducing Medication Errors - Click here for: information about things you can do to prevent this common problem

 

Patient Safety Articles and Links - Click here for: safety tips and other general information

Patient Safety for Professionals

Learn how you, as a provider of health care services, can take steps to ensure the safety of patients under your care

Patient Safety and You - Click here for: information about how providers can assure

     

Electronic Medical Records - Click here for: information about what they are and how they improve patient safety

Improving Patient Literacy - Click here for: information about how to improve

 

Reporting Errors - Click here for: information you need to know about reporting errors
 

Success Stories - Click here for: an opportunity to share your patient safety initiatives here

 

Links and Educational Resources - Click here for: patient safety links and educational resources

Patient Safety Legislation
Click here for: Nevada and national laws

 
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