Specifications for a standard patient identification band - Fact sheet
Identification bands are a critical tool to prevent errors associated with mismatching patients and their care.
An essential part of receiving safe care is ensuring the right care is provided to the right person. Identification bands contain important information about the patient, and are essential for establishing and checking identity throughout the care process.
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Specifications for a standard patient identification band - Fact sheet
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Resource Type:
- Publication or report
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