January 18, 2017
Top 10 health technology hazards for 2017 named
Each year, advances in medical technologies offer new ways to improve the quality of patient care. But some also create new opportunities for harm. Medical technology is intended to improve patient care, but even the best of technology—if configured, used, or maintained improperly—can lead to problems. Hospitals must regularly examine their hazard control priorities in order to remain focused on the most pressing risks.
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