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DE SCR75
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
6/13/2018
Primary Sponsor
Bruce Ennis
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AI Summary
- Designates June 13, 2018, as "National Time Out Day" in Delaware
- Recognizes National Time Out Day's promotion of surgical safety practices to reduce surgical errors and improve patient outcomes, celebrated annually since 2004
- Acknowledges The Joint Commission's Universal Protocol requiring pre-procedure verification, site marking, and team communication to prevent wrong site and wrong procedure surgeries
- Notes that the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses designated the third Wednesday of June each year to promote patient safety and optimal outcomes in operating rooms
- Recognizes that despite established protocols, The Joint Commission estimates wrong site surgeries still occur approximately 40 times per week
Legislative Description
Recognizing June 13, 2018, As "national Time Out Day" In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
6/28/2018
Full Bill Text
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