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INTERNAL BLEEDING: The Truth Behind America's Terrifying Epidemic of Medical Mistakes by Robert M. Wachter

INTERNAL BLEEDING: The Truth Behind America's Terrifying Epidemic of Medical Mistakes

Robert M. Wachter

Robert M. Wachter

This updated edition includes the latest findings on patient safety by two of the foremost authorities on medical mistakes.

Two dynamic physician-professors investigate (and re-investigate) the rampant errors endemic to modern medical care and suggest ways to prevent hospitals and doctors from inadvertently killing their patients. Emerging from these compelling stories and provocative insights is a powerful case for change–by policymakers, hospitals, doctors, nurses, and even patie... (show more)

This updated edition includes the latest findings on patient safety by two of the foremost authorities on medical mistakes.

Two dynamic physician-professors investigate (and re-investigate) the rampant errors endemic to modern medical care and suggest ways to prevent hospitals and doctors from inadvertently killing their patients. Emerging from these compelling stories and provocative insights is a powerful case for change–by policymakers, hospitals, doctors, nurses, and even patients and their families. Wachter & Shojania underscore the depth and breadth of dangers in medical care; more important, they suggest basic safety procedures and hard-nosed remedies that could make erratic systems fail-safe and save countless lives. (show less)

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Quote-leftProvides detailed information on the hospital errors, made and ignored everday. Mentions some of the horrifying treatments by the doctors. Describes the positive changes made over the years and progress as well.Quote-right

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