
Everyone has a role in making health care safe — nurses, physicians, nursing assistants, and technicians. Nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted-living facilities across the country are working to make health care safety a priority. As the patient or resident, you can also play a vital role in making your care safe by becoming an active, involved, and informed member of your health care team.
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SPEAK UP: Help Prevent Errors in Your Care
Used by permission of Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization (VCAHO).
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