Healthcare Systems Ergonomics and Patient Safety

Incorporating the work of an international team of researchers and professionals, these conference proceedings examine the complex and challenging issues involved with risk management and patient safety.

Incorporating the work of an international team of researchers and professionals, this book examines the complex and challenging issues involved with risk management and patient safety. Taking a systemic and interdisciplinary approach, the book discusses:

*System reliability and patient safety
*Leadership, staff well-being and care quality
*Healthcare organization and information systems
*Risk managementa and communication
*Usability of medical and surgical devices
*Environmental design in hospital
*Occupational ergonomics and safety
*Human alertness and performance

Comprising papers presented at the International Conference on Healthcare Ergonomics Systems and Patient Safety (HEPS 2005), this book will be a welcome addition to those working in the fields of clinical safety, ergonomics, and healthcare.

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