What'S Being Done To Prevent Wrong-Site Surgery?

Course overview

This program will provide perioperative nurses with information about wrong-site surgery, the Universal Protocol, and the changes in the culture of the healthcare system to prevent wrong-site surgery. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to: discuss the evolution of patient safety initiatives for the prevention of wrong-site surgery, review the three steps of the Universal Protocol, and describe the new correct-site surgery culture in healthcare.