[Article] Continuous improvement as a strategy: the role of the Patient Safety Seal
The pursuit of excellence in healthcare requires more than well-defined protocols: it demands an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement. It is a systematic process of analysis, improvement, and innovation, capable of guaranteeing sustainable, consistent results over time. In this context, initiatives
[Article] The relevance of predictive intelligence in ICU bed management
The growing demand for admissions to Intensive Care Units (ICUs) directly challenges the operational efficiency of hospitals. In this scenario, smart bed management comes as a strategic solution that combines both technological innovation and the optimization of installed capacity, with
[Article] Professional education and its impact on the management of health incidents and adverse events
Professional education and its impact on the management of health incidents and adverse events Patient safety is a strategic axis for healthcare institutions committed to quality care. Incidents related to assistance, whether with or without damage, often reveals systemic failures, inefficient
[Article] How Predictive Analytics Can Anticipate Complications and Improve Outcomes in the ICU
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is one of the most data-rich environments in modern healthcare. Each critically ill patient generates thousands of data points daily — from vital signs and lab results to mechanical ventilation parameters and medication adjustments. Historically,
[Article] How to choose the best management system for your ICU: 5 essential criteria
The digitalization of intensive care medicine has profoundly transformed ICU operations. Nowadays, a management system (or software) is not just an administrative tool, but a central component for the safety, efficiency, and quality of care. The experience accumulated by thousands of
[Article] Patient Safety Culture How to promote an environment free from punishment that encourages transparency
Patient safety is a fundamental pillar of quality in health care. In recent decades, international organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) have emphasized the importance of developing and consolidating a safety
[Article] Safe use of medications: strategies to avoid errors and ensure greater safety for patients
The safe use of medicines is one of the main strategies to prevent adverse events in healthcare services. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), errors related to the medication chain management are among the main causes of preventable harm
[Article] How can continuous and safe care be offered throughout the patient’s journey?
Patient safety is intrinsically linked to the right to timely, efficient, equitable and continuous care, which leads us to a critical reflection on the challenges in offering coordinated and patient-centered care — especially in circumstances in which the fragmentation of
[Article]2024 London Protocol: A new era for patient safety
Patient safety is a crucial pillar for the provision of quality healthcare services. To ensure the integrity and well-being of patients, healthcare institutions must adopt practices that reduce the adverse events occurrence. In this context, the London Protocol has stood
[Article] 2025 Patient Safety Trends
Patient safety is one of the main challenges in healthcare, requiring innovation, new technologies, and process improvements to reduce risks and improve clinical outcomes. In 2025, a series of trends are likely to influence this scenario, driven by regulatory advances,
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