A Digital Patient-Led Hospital Checklist for Enhancing Safety in Cataract Surgery: Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Surgery holds high risk for iatrogenic patient harm. Correct and sufficient communication and information during the surgical process is a root solution for preventing patient harm. Information technology may substantially contribute to engaging patients in this process.

Objective

To explore the feasibility of a digital patient-led checklist for cataract surgery, we evaluated the experiences of patients and nurses who have used this novel tool with a focus on use, appreciation, and impact.

Methods

A multidisciplinary team, including cataract surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and administrative representatives developed a 19-item digital patient-led checklist for cataract patients who underwent surgery in an ambulatory setting. This "EYEpad" checklist was distri

SUBMITTER: Stolk-Vos AC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7709842 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature