Bedside handover with structured and relayed forms in a postanesthesia care unit: A pre- and post-implementation study

Development and Effectiveness of a Standardized Hand‐Off Program Using the SWITCH Tool for OR Nurses: A Randomized Controlled Trial

“…However, because these are subjective perceptions rather than objective measurements, we could not confirm whether the subjective perception of improvements translates to actual improvements in job performance. A recent study showed that even after using a standardized bedside hand‐off tool, there was no reduction in the incidence of adverse events or improved outcomes for patients 42 . Although job performance is difficult to assess in this type of study, we assume that a standardized hand‐off program will increase efficiency because of improved communication 43 .…”

“…A recent study showed that even after using a standardized bedside hand-off tool, there was no reduction in the incidence of adverse events or improved outcomes for patients. 42 Although job performance is dif ficult to assess in this type of study, we assume that a standardized hand-off program will increase efficiency be cause of improved communication. 43 One review reports that electronic hand-off tools, feedback enhancement via face-to-face hand offs, and bedside hand offs are critical implements for improving patient safety.…”