Holistic strategy for promoting effective handoffs

• DOI: 10.1136/leader-2022-000639
• Publication Date: 2022-12-30T18:20:55Z
• Authors: Joseph Roland Kee...; Elizabeth Lazzara; Andrew Griggs; Scott Tannenbaum; Rosemarie Fernandez; Philip Greilich; Eduardo Salas
• Keywords: Resilience; Continuity of Care

Background Handoffs are ubiquitous in modern healthcare practice, and they can be a point of resilience care continuity. However, prone to variety issues. linked 80% serious medical errors implicated one three malpractice suits. Furthermore, poorly performed handoffs lead information loss, duplication efforts, diagnosis changes increased mortality. Methods This article proposes holistic approach for organisations achieve effective within their units departments. Results We examine the organisational considerations (ie, facets controlled by higher-level leadership) local drivers aspects individuals working providing patient care). Conclusion propose advice leaders best enact processes cultural change necessary see positive outcomes associated with transitions hospitals.