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Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)
Published in: Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -) 3/2019

01-08-2019 | Letter to the Editor

The purpose of ward rounds

Author: Paul Perversi

Published in: Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -) | Issue 3/2019

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Abstract

Ward rounds are a highly important forum for collaborative medical reasoning. Despite being prevalent for over a century, they are under-researched. In particular, no clear and comprehensive statement of the purpose of ward rounds exists in the literature. This letter provides such a statement. Having the purpose of ward rounds clearly described helps to provide a foundation for evaluating the effectiveness of rounds and suggesting ways in which rounds can be improved.
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Metadata
Title
The purpose of ward rounds
Author
Paul Perversi
Publication date
01-08-2019
Publisher
Springer London
Published in
Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -) / Issue 3/2019
Print ISSN: 0021-1265
Electronic ISSN: 1863-4362
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11845-018-1930-y

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