What Causes Medical Errors in Hospitals?
January 14, 2020
Medical errors happen more times than they should. Some mistakes can result in the loss of loved ones and friends. Today, we’ll discuss what causes medical errors in hospitals and how you can help prevent them. Causes of Medical Errors Miscommunication is the leading cause of medical errors. Other causes include: Human error Insufficient information flow Patient-related problems Organizational transfer of knowledge Technical failures Inadequate policies Staffing patterns and workflow Read on to learn more about these medical error causes and why they happen. Why Medical Errors Happen Whether verbal or written, miscommunication between doctors, nurses, patients, or