Term: Patient Safety

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2006-07-20

Definition:

Patient safety is achieved through the reduction and mitigation of unsafe acts within the healthcare system, as well as through the best practices shown to lead to optimal patient outcomes.

Related terms 

• Denominator at Risk
• Patient Safety Indicator (PSI)

References 

• Bruce S, Prior H, Katz A, Taylor M, Latosinsky S, Martens P, De Coster C, Brownell M, Soodeen R, Steinbach C. Application of Patient Safety Indicators in Manitoba: A First Look. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2006. [Report] [Summary] (View)