The Healthcare system of a country is complex and vast, serving millions of patients. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) always aim to provide better and safe treatment to their patients. However, errors can occur in healthcare due to the complexity and poor management of the system. The National Health Service (NHS), UK, has developed a medical error guideline for junior doctors working at the frontline of the healthcare system. NHS recommends the following six steps for the junior doctors to manage medical errors .
Patient safety Documentation Being open Reporting Learning Complaints 1. Patient safety When a junior doctor makes a mistake, he or she should follow the following guidelines: Inform your supervisor or consultant about the mistake immediately. He or she can help you discuss the incident with the patient and offer an appropriate explanation and apology. Reassess the patient’s…
