Handover patterns: an observational study of critical care physicians

• Main Authors: Ilan Roy (Author), LeBaron Curtis D (Author), Christianson Marlys K (Author), Heyland Daren K (Author), Day Andrew (Author), Cohen Michael D (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Handover (or 'handoff') is the exchange of information between health professionals that accompanies the transfer of patient care. This process can result in adverse events. Handover 'best practices', with emphasi...