SAFE TO
RAISE CONCERNS

Your role in improving the accountability and transparency of medical practice can keep patients safe and save lives. Speaking up or questioning a decision might be uncomfortable, but it ensures patients are receiving the best care.

BE PROACTIVE

Patient reports and coworker observations help improve the quality and standard of care that enhance patient safety.

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TALK TO
YOUR UNION

If you are a nurse and have concerns, your unions can protect your rights and welfare. Search for unions in your state.

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PRIORITIZING
SAFETY

Understanding and assessing various patient safety risks may empower healthcare workers to intervene on patient safety.

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SHARED DECISION MAKING

The Agency for Health Care Research and Quality has numerous tools & guides to support care providers as they engage with patients.

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EQUITY
MATTERS

Listen to the 5 steps healthcare leaders can take action on to promote racial and health equity.

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THE FOUR HABITS

Providers can ensure patients feel heard and safe by developing four habits that focus on involving, engaging and empathizing with patients.

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STEPS FORWARD

AMA modules and toolkits support quality of care, address burnout and nurture empathetic leaders.

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