Table 1 WHO - 10 Facts on patient safety
1 | Patient safety is a serious global public health issue |
2 | One in 10 patients may be harmed while in hospital |
3 | Hospital infections affect 14 out of every 100 patients admitted |
4 | Most people lack access to appropriate medical devices |
5 | Unsafe injections decreased by 88% from 2000 to 2010 |
6 | Delivery of safe surgery requires a teamwork approach |
7 | About 20% - 40% of all health spending is wasted due to poor-quality care |
8 | A poor safety record for health care |
9 | Patient and community engagement and empowerment are key |
10 | Hospital partnership can play a critical role |