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  • Title: Main barriers to effective handoffs identified.
    Journal: Healthcare Benchmarks Qual Improv; 2006 Feb; 13(2):17-9. PubMed ID: 16544557.
    Abstract:
    Distractions such as lighting and background noise can significantly impair communications. Leaders must empower interns to raise appropriate questions with more senior staff. Authors recommend incorporation of handoff tools into existing information technology systems.
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