Second victim

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Background

  • Second victims are healthcare providers in the midst of a medical mistake or error and become victimized because of their role.
  • University of Missouri Health canter found almost 1in 7 staff reported experiencing a patient safety event resulting in personal disturbed emotions.<re>Scott SD. The "second victim" phenomenon: a harsh reality of health care professions. AHRQ; WebM&M Perspectives on Safety; May 2011.</ref>

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