Table 3.
Participants’ Behavior Changed after 2 Months of the Error Disclosure Program
Case summary | Reflection |
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Due to my misunderstanding, I explained to the patient the results of another patient's test. When the patient was discharged, the nurse informed me of the change in the patient. I was informed before the patient had left. The patient was informed of the correct results before discharge;I apologized, and the patient understood the situation and thanked me. | I realized that honesty and integrity are important to patient rapport. Without this education, I may have avoided responsibility. |
The patient's central line was missing during the CT scan due to the carelessness of the radiological technologist, but the radiologist did not apologize to the patient. I apologized to the patient and informed the patient who was at fault. The patient did not raise any problems or complaints. | I was angry that I had to apologize as a representative, and I was worried that the situation would escalate and become my responsibility. |
The first-grade resident missed the patient's elbow fracture,and the patient was discharged. Later, the fracture was found. I informed the patient over the phone, apologized, and made an appointment atan orthopedic outpatient clinic. I even informed the patient of how to file a formal complaint, and the patient thanked me. | I felt the effect of disclosing my error was good. |
A fracture was missed due to CT images taken of the healthy arm. Immediately, the patient was notified and admitted to the hospital. | Being honest, by not avoiding error situations. |
After explaining to the patient that the central line was inserted incorrectly, I re-inserted the central line into the patient. The patient tried to cooperate; however, he presented with symptoms. | I was sorry that the patient felt pain and empathized with the pain |
Case summary and reflection are from the participants’ refection essay using content analysis.
CT: Computed tomography.