Patients' experience of patient safety information and participation in care during a hospital stay.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

Having a culture of safety is crucial when providing high-quality health care, yet preventable adverse events are common in the Swedish healthcare system, especially in the field of surgical care. Research shows that patient participation can improve patient safety. This study aimed to explore patients' experience of the safety leaflet, "Your safety in hospital," including participation in care and feelings of safe care.

Design

This study uses a descriptive qualitative study design.

Methods

Twenty patients from surgical wards received patient safety leaflets and participated in semi-structured interviews during their hospital stay. Data were analysed using qualitative content analysis.

Results

Three categories emerged from the analysis: Positive and negativ

SUBMITTER: Tubic B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9912399 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature