What Are Some Real-World Examples of Communication Errors?
Several real-world incidents illustrate the impact of communication errors:
1. Medication Misadministration: A nurse misinterprets a physician's verbal order and administers the wrong dosage of medication, leading to patient harm. 2. Surgical Errors: Inadequate hand-off communication between surgical teams results in the wrong surgical site being operated on. 3. Delayed Diagnosis: Poor communication during shift changes leads to a delay in diagnosing a critical condition, worsening the patient's prognosis.
