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Comprehension of undergraduate students in nursing and medicine on patient safety

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Author(s):
Yoshikawa, Jamile Mika [1] ; Catin de Sousa, Bruna Elisa [1] ; Sorgini Peterlini, Maria Angelica [1] ; Kusahara, Denise Miyuki [1] ; Goncalves Pedreira, Mavilde da Luz [1] ; Machado Avelar, Ariane Ferreira [1]
Total Authors: 6
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Fed Sao Paulo, Escola Paulista Enfermagem, Sao Paulo - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: Acta Paulista de Enfermagem; v. 26, n. 1, p. 21-29, 2013.
Web of Science Citations: 6
Abstract

Objective: Identify the understanding of graduate students in nursing and medicine at a public university in Sao Paulo on human error and patient safety. Methods: Prospective and exploratory study in which were investigated variables related with the characterization of students and attitudinal and conceptual aspects about the theme. The sample consisted of 109 students who responded to a research electronic form. Results: Most students received formal training on the subject and had attitudes that demonstrated uncertainty in what would be correct for some practices. Conclusion: Students demonstrated being able to relate some of the aspects surveyed about patient safety with the experience they had during internship programs. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 10/19513-0 - The comprehension of medical university students on issues related to human error and patient safety.
Grantee:Jamile Mika Yoshikawa
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation