Rules, safety and the narrativisation of identity: a hospital operating theatre case study

Authors :: McDonald, Ruth
Waring, Justin
Harrison, Stephen
Source :: Sociology of Health & Illness. March, 2006, Vol. 28 Issue 2, 178-202
Publication Year :: 2006
Abstract: A study examining the attitudes of doctors and a hospital manager in implementing the rules pertaining to patient safety and avoiding medical errors, is presented.

Subjects :: Medical errors -- Prevention
Medical personnel -- Behavior
Medical personnel -- Laws, regulations and rules
Medical protocols -- Usage
Patients -- Care and treatment
Patients -- Safety and security measures
Government regulation
Health
Sociology and social work

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