Reducing harm by empowering movement

They consider how identification, targeted intervention and mobilisation can help prevent healthcare-associated complications (HAC), by promoting a patient-centric harm-free care environment.¹ 

At least 6% of patients experience preventable iatrogenic harm across the healthcare service² and patient injury is estimated to be a leading cause of the global burden.³ This will have a significant impact on the individual and healthcare resources due to the increased levels of care required.⁴

Patient safety aims to prevent and reduce risks and harms that occur during the provision of healthcare⁵ and promote protective factors.⁶ To ensure successful implementation of safety strategies, effective policies, leadership, data analysis, clinical evidence and patient engagement are paramount.^7,8