2016 Medical Reference Catalogue

MEDICAL

Internal Medicine

Washington Manual of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Lippincott Manual Series (Formerly known as the Spiral Manual Series) Editors Emily Fondahn, MD , Assistant Professor of Medicine, Associate Program Director, Internal Medicine Residency, BJH Patient Safety and Quality Physician Liaison, Division of Medical Education, Washington Uni- versity School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO; Michael Lane, MD, MPHS , Assis- tant Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Washington Uni- versity School of Medicine, Outcomes Physician, Center for Clinical Excel- lence, BJC HealthCare, St. Louis, MO; Andrea Vannucci, MD, DEAA , Asso- ciate Professor, Patient Safety Officer, Department of Anesthesiology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO Series Editor, Thomas M. De Fer, MD , Professor of Medicine, Director, Internal Medi- cine Clerkship and the ACES Program, Division of Medical Education, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO

DESCRIPTION

Concise, portable, and user-friendly, The Washington Manual ® of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement covers essential information in every area of this complex field. With a focus on improving systems and processes, preventing errors, and promoting transparency, this practical reference provides an overview of PS/QI fundamentals, as well as insight into how these principles apply to a variety of clinical settings. Part of the popular Washington Manual® series, this unique volume provides the knowledge and skills necessary for an effective, proactive approach to patient safety and quality improvement.  Addresses PS/QI in various clinical settings and with specific populations , including radiology, emergency room, surgery, ambulatory, pediatrics, and psychiatry.  Introduces models, measurements, and tools to assess patient safety and quality improvement.  Discusses medical errors, how to respond to adverse events, and potential solutions.  Begins each chapter with a clinical vignette and discussion questions , and offers additional resources for further reading.  Shares the expertise of faculty members from multiple departments at Washington University in St. Louis, ideal for health care providers at all levels of experience. FEATURES

Softbound / ISBN: 978-1-4511-9355-8 / ($39.99) Approx 350 pp / Approx 50 Illus / Approx 76 Tables / 5 x 8 / May 2016

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