Dealing With Adverse Events: A Meta-analysis on Second Victims’ Coping Strategies

Conclusions Second victims frequently used task- and emotion-oriented coping strategies and, to a lesser degree, avoidance-oriented strategies. To better support second victims and ensure patient safety, coping strategies should be evaluated considering the positive and negative effects on the clinician’s personal and professional well-being, relationships with patients, and the quality and safety of healthcare.
Source: Journal of Patient Safety - Category: Health Management Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research