In today's episode, we speak with Emily Barr about patient safety and some of the research and advocacy efforts she has been involved in as the Nebraska Coalition for Patient Safety executive director. She describes OT's distinct role in addressing patient safety and provides recommendations for students, clinicians, educators, and advocates to improve patient safety standards, reduce healthcare costs, and improve patient outcomes.

Contact Hour Survey

Additional Resources:

National Quality Forum focus on HARM project

National Quality Forum update to serious adverse event reporting

Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Act of 2005

CMS Patient Safety Measure for Hospitals

CMS Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement