Factors associated with self-reported medical errors among healthcare workers: a cross-sectional study from Oman

Abstract Background Despite efforts to improve patient safety, medical errors remain prevalent among healthcare workers. Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the relationships between self-reported medical errors, occupational outcomes and socio-demographic variables. Methods The study...

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Published in:International journal for quality in health care 2021-07, Vol.33 (3)
Main Authors: Al Balushi, Amal Ahmed, Alameddine, Mohamad, Chan, Moon Fai, Al Saadoon, Muna, Bou-Karroum, Karen, Al-Adawi, Samir
Format: Article
Language:English
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Burnout, Professional - epidemiology
Cross-Sectional Studies
Female
Health Personnel
Humans
Male
Medical Errors
Oman - epidemiology
Self Report
Surveys and Questionnaires
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Summary:Abstract Background Despite efforts to improve patient safety, medical errors remain prevalent among healthcare workers. Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the relationships between self-reported medical errors, occupational outcomes and socio-demographic variables. Methods The study employed a cross-sectional design to survey healthcare workers at a large tertiary hospital in Muscat, Oman. The survey questionnaire included socio-demographic variables, a self-assessment of medical errors, work–life balance, occupational burnout and work-related bullying. Results A total of 297 healthcare workers participated in this study. In this sample, the average of self-reported medical errors was 5.4 ± 3.3. The prevalence of work–life imbalance, bullying and moderate/high burnout was 90.2%, 31.3% and 19.5%, respectively. Multivariate analysis showed that gender, nationality, age, profession, occupational burnout and bullying were significantly associated with self-reported medical error. Being male was associated with higher self-reported medical errors compared to female workers (β = 1.728, P 
ISSN:1353-4505
1464-3677
DOI:10.1093/intqhc/mzab102