Citation

Suva D, Poizat G. Rev. Med. Suisse 2015; 11(460): 367-370.

Vernacular Title

Catastrophe de la navette Challenger: quels enseignements pour la prise en charge des patients au bloc opératoire?

Copyright

(Copyright © 2015, Medecine et Hygiene)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

25854048

Abstract

For many years hospitals have been implementing crew resource management (CRM) programs, inspired by the aviation industry, in order to improve patient safety. However, while contributing to improved patient care, CRM programs are controversial because of their limited impact, a decrease in effectiveness over time, and the underinvestment by some caregivers. By analyzing the space shuttle Challenger accident, the objective of this article is to show the potential impact of the professional culture in decision-making processes. In addition, to present an approach by cultural factors which are an essential complement to current CRM programs in order to enhance the safety of care.

Language: fr