June 29, 2016
Joint Commission issues white paper on sharing patient information
Editor's Note
A Joint Commission white paper issued June 27 dispels myths about the sharing of information with patients and their families.
The aim of the paper, “Busting the myths about engaging patients and families in patient safety,” is to help organizations design more effective communication practices because open communication with patients and families is key to safe and effective health care, the Joint Commission says.
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