What are "National Patient Safety Goals"?

The "National Patient Safety Goals" are primarily aimed at improving patient safety within healthcare organizations. Established by the Joint Commission, these goals focus on specific areas that have been identified as critical for enhancing the safety and quality of care delivered to patients. By targeting key issues such as medication errors, infection prevention, and effective communication among healthcare providers, the goals serve as a structured framework to help organizations develop and implement appropriate safety measures.

This initiative highlights the importance of continuous quality improvement in health care practices, allowing hospitals and other healthcare facilities to standardize processes that protect patients from harm. The overarching intention is to create a safer environment for patients by addressing high-risk areas within the healthcare setting.