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Published in: Lung 4/2007

01-08-2007 | State of the Art Review

The Impact of Housestaff Fatigue on Occupational and Patient Safety

Authors: Scot A. Mountain, Bradley S. Quon, Peter Dodek, Robert Sharpe, Najib T. Ayas

Published in: Lung | Issue 4/2007

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Abstract

Extended-duration work shifts (i.e., greater than 24 hours) for housestaff are a long-standing tradition. However, the resultant sleep deprivation and fatigue caused by these extreme work schedules pose potential threats to both physician and patient safety. We believe it is critical to understand the potential adverse consequences of housestaff fatigue to optimize shift schedules and reduce risks to both staff and patients.
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Metadata
Title
The Impact of Housestaff Fatigue on Occupational and Patient Safety
Authors
Scot A. Mountain
Bradley S. Quon
Peter Dodek
Robert Sharpe
Najib T. Ayas
Publication date
01-08-2007
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Lung / Issue 4/2007
Print ISSN: 0341-2040
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1750
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00408-007-9010-5

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