RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Just Culture: A Foundation for Balanced Accountability and Patient Safety
JF Ochsner Journal
JO Ochsner J
FD O. P. Jindal Global University
SP 400
OP 406
VO 13
IS 3
A1 Philip G. Boysen II
YR 2013
UL http://www.ochsnerjournal.org/content/13/3/400.abstract
AB Background The framework of a just culture ensures balanced accountability for both individuals and the organization responsible for designing and improving systems in the workplace. Engineering principles and human factors analysis influence the design of these systems so they are safe and reliable.Methods Approaches for improving patient safety introduced here are (1) analysis of error, (2) specific tools to enhance safety, and (3) outcome engineering.Conclusion The just culture is a learning culture that is constantly improving and oriented toward patient safety.