Using Human Factors Engineering to Improve Patient Safety

By John W. Gosbee and Ed. Gosbee, John W.

Human factors engineering (HFE) is concerned with understanding human characteristics and how humans interact with the world around them, and applying that knowledge to the design of systems that are safe, efficient and comfortable. This book describes how to use HFE tools and principles to curb preventable errors and minimize patient harm.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0866889124
• ISBN13: 9780866889124
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Joint Commission on
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.5" x 7.3"