The Joint Commission’s *Speak Up* program, also referred to as the “Ask Campaign,” is a patient safety initiative aimed at encouraging patients and their families to play an active role in their healthcare. The program emphasizes the importance of open communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to prevent errors, improve care, and ensure patient…
Month: November 2024
Communicating With Our Patients
Ensuring that patients both understand and engage with their healthcare. Yet, when we talk to patients, particularly in the hospital setting, it can be very challenging to be certain that patients (and their families) can engage. If we can pause in our busy days it might help to try and walk a bit in the…