Human errors in emergency medical services: a qualitative analysis of contributing factors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The dynamic and challenging work environment of the prehospital emergency care settings creates many challenges for paramedics. Previous studies have examined adverse events and patient safety activities, but studies focusing on paramedics' perspectives of factors contributing to human error are lacking. In this study, we investigated paramedics' opinions of the factors contributing to human errors.

Method

Data was collected through semi-structured individual interviews (n = 15) with paramedics and emergency medical field supervisors in Finland. The data was analyzed using inductive content analysis. Consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research were used.

Results

Contributing factors to human errors were divided into three main categories. The f

SUBMITTER: Poranen A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11363522 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature