Global challenges in communication strategies to ensure high reliability during patient handovers

2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Paul Randall Barach, Rosa Sonul, Hub C. H. Wollersheim, Loes Pijnenborg, Julie Johnson, Francesco Venneri, Basia Kutryba, Gunnar Öhlén, Richard Lilford, Els H.P.A. Boshuizen
DOI: 10.1201/9781003759959-243
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Abstract

Patients experience multiple transitions and handovers as they navigate the increasingly complex healthcare system. This global challenge has been highlighted by WHO, Joint Commission International, EU and Australian Commission on Safety and Quality.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hospital Admissions and Outcomes Patient Safety and Medication Errors Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare

Publication details

Pages
457–458
Publication date
6 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter