Structural Model of Medication Errors in Clinical Nursing: A Structural Equation Model Based on the Ecological Systems Theory

Key Points

• The aim is to understand how organizational factors can reduce medication errors through an ecological systems approach.
• Developed a structural equation model based on ecological systems theory.
• Analyzed the relationship between work environment, communication protocols, and patient safety.
• Identified key organizational initiatives for nurse managers.
• Positive work environments correlate with fewer medication errors.
• Effective communication protocols improve overall patient safety outcomes.
• Implementing fatigue management strategies is essential for reducing errors.

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