NPSGs in 2010: A look at the retained goals
Briefings on The Joint Commission, December 1, 2009
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There are significant changes in the NPSG, many of which are refreshing. The intent in making these changes was to make them less prescriptive.
Now that we’ve had some time to digest the changes we’ve seen in the 2010 National Patient Safety Goals, let’s take a look at what we’re really dealing with in the changes.
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