Human factors in preventing complications in anaesthesia: a systematic review

C P L Jones, J Fawker-Corbett, P Groom, B Morton, C Lister, Simon Mercer Mercer

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Abstract

Human factors in anaesthesia were first highlighted by the publication of the Anaesthetists Non-Technical Skills Framework, and since then an awareness of their importance has gradually resulted in changes in routine clinical practice. This review examines recent literature around human factors in anaesthesia, and highlights recent national reports and guidelines with a focus on team working, communication, situation awareness and human error. We highlight the importance of human factors in modern anaesthetic practice, using the example of complex trauma.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)12-24
Number of pages13
JournalAnaesthesia
Volume73 Suppl 1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 3 Jan 2018

Keywords

  • communication
  • human error
  • human factors
  • non-technical skills
  • patient safety
  • team working

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