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Strengthening communications
Strengthening communications during the discharge processes: Improving patient experienced quality of care and patient safety
This research is funded by the Health Research Board (HRB) and Galway University Hospital
Why is this study being done?
The overall aim of this research is, with key stakeholders (both hospital staff and patients) to co-design strategies and implement solutions to strengthen communications during patient discharge from Galway University Hospitals (GUH).
Who Is organising and funding this study?
This study is funded by the Health Research Board (HRB) and Galway University Hospital. It is a partnership between the Health Promotion Research Centre, University of Galway, and Galway University Hospitals.
Why am I being asked to take part?
You are invited to take part because you are a member of staff at Galway University Hospitals who is involved in the care of patients.
‘We are inviting you to take part in a research study being carried out by the Health Promotion Research Centre at the University of Galway in conjunction with Galway University Hospital. Before you decide whether you wish to take part or not, PIC Form – Ward Observation. Take your time and don’t feel under pressure to make a quick decision. You should be clear about the risks and benefits of taking part in this study so that you can decide what’s right for you. This process is known as ‘Informed Consent’.
