A framework to support risk assessment in hospitals.

ABSTRACT:

Quality problem or issue

A number of challenges have been identified with current risk assessment practice in hospitals, including: a lack of consultation with a sufficiently wide group of stakeholders; a lack of consistency and transparency; and insufficient risk assessment guidance. Consequently, risk assessment may not be fully effective as a means to ensure safety.

Initial assessment

We used a V system developmental model, in conjunction with mixed methods, including interviews and document analysis to identify user needs and requirements.

Choice of solution

One way to address current challenges is through providing good guidance on the fundamental aspects of risk assessment. We designed a risk assessment framework, comprising: a risk assessment model that depicts

SUBMITTER: Kaya GK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6528703 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature