Advances in human factors and ergonomics in healthcare
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Published: |
CRC Press,
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Publisher Address: | Boca Raton |
Publication Dates: | c2011. |
Literature type: | Book |
Language: | English |
Series: |
Advances in human factors and ergonomics series |
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Carrier Form: | 884 p.: ill. ; 24 cm. |
ISBN: |
9781439834978 (hardcover : alk. paper) 1439834970 (hardcover : alk. paper) |
Index Number: | TB18 |
CLC: |
TB18 R19 |
Call Number: | R19/A244 |
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Includes bibliographical references. "Based on recent research, this book discusses how to improve quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in patient care through the application of human factors and ergonomics principles. It provides guidance for those involved with the design and application of systems and devices for effective and safe healthcare delivery from both a patient and staff perspective. Its huge range of chapters covers everything from the proper design of bed rails to the most efficient design of operating rooms, from the development of quality products to the rating of staff patient interaction. "--Provid |