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More Than 1 Million Potential Second Victims: How Many Could Nursing Education Prevent?
Jackie H Jones1, Linda A Treiber
1Author Affiliations: Professor, WellStar School of Nursing (Dr Jones), and Professor, Sociology and Criminal Justice (Dr Treiber), Kennesaw State University, Georgia.
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|August 18, 2017
Summary
Healthcare errors can lead to second victims. This study explored how nursing education prepares recent graduates for medication errors and their experiences as second victims, identifying gaps in training.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Patient Safety
- Healthcare Quality
Background:
- Healthcare errors can result in providers becoming "second victims."
- Existing support systems for second victims are numerous.
- The role of nursing education in preventing nurses from becoming second victims remains underexplored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate recent Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduates' perceptions of their preparation for medication administration.
- To examine graduates' experiences with medication errors and subsequent "second victimhood."
- To identify potential improvements in nursing education to mitigate the impact of errors on nurses.
Main Methods:
- A study was designed to gather perceptions from recent BSN graduates.
- Data collection focused on preparation for medication administration and error management.
- Personal experiences with medication errors and second victimhood were investigated.
Main Results:
- Recent BSN graduates' perceptions of their preparedness for medication administration varied.
- Experiences with medication errors and becoming a second victim were reported by participants.
- Gaps in nursing education regarding error prevention and support were identified.
Conclusions:
- Nursing education may not adequately prepare graduates for medication errors and the resulting emotional toll.
- Further research is needed to enhance nursing curricula to better support nurses experiencing "second victimhood."
- Strengthening educational strategies can improve nurse resilience and patient safety.
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