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Patient Outcomes and Sustainable Change

DQ1

Reflecting on the “IHI Module: PS 202 Achieving Total Systems of Safety,” describe the eight recommendations proposed in the IHI report that DNP leaders can apply to accelerate patient safety and the prevention of harm. What three key recommendations will you use as a DNP leader to promote safety among the workforce in your organization to improve health outcomes?

The “IHI Module: PS 202 Achieving Total Systems of Safety” provides eight recommendations for DNP leaders to promote patient safety and prevent harm. These recommendations are:

1. Leadership Engagement
2. Culture of Safety
3. Interdisciplinary Teamwork
4. Evidence-Based Practice
5. Measurement and Feedback
6. Reliable Systems
7. Patient and Family Engagement
8. Continuous Improvement

As a DNP leader, I would choose the following three key recommendations to promote safety among the workforce in my organization and improve health outcomes:

1. Leadership Engagement: I would actively engage with my staff, promoting the importance of patient safety and encouraging their involvement in identifying and addressing potential risks.
2. Evidence-Based Practice: I would prioritize the use of evidence-based practices in decision-making, ensuring that my organization is following the most current and effective protocols to reduce the risk of harm to patients.
3. Continuous Improvement: I would establish a culture of continuous improvement, regularly reviewing processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement and making necessary changes to enhance patient safety and prevent harm.