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SGEM#445: Why Can’t We Be Friends – Conflict in Emergency Medicine

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Such conflicts hinder cohesive teamwork and decision-making, potentially compromising patient safety. Conflicts in the ED often stem from clinical decision-making and actions, leading to potential adverse patient events and exacerbating access block issues. These conflicts can ultimately lead to moral injury [1,2,3].

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The ‘Hidden C’

Don't Forget the Bubbles

In such situations, ‘soft skills’ such as teamwork, compassionate leadership, strong interpersonal communication, and psychological safety are essential. staff wellbeing/turnover and patient safety) can boost engagement. Incivility and clinical performance, teamwork, and emotions: a randomized controlled trial.

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End-of-Life Care Principles Training

American Medical Compliance

Moreover, these tools facilitate efficient and effective communication of critical patient information among members of the healthcare team. Furthermore, by facilitating the exchange of critical information for patient safety, these communication platforms improve the standard of care across disciplines.