Prior to beginning work on this discussion,

· Read the To Err is Human: Building a Safer Health SystemLinks to an external site.

· Read the Doctors Make Mistakes: A New Documentary Explores What Happens When They Do—And How to Fix ItLinks to an external site.

· Watch the Prevention of medical errorsLinks to an external site. (documentary) video.

Your initial discussion post must be a minimum of 250 words. This is an opinion-based discussion. Credible sources are not required.

After reviewing the resources above, discuss your observations. In your opinion,

· What has changed in the industry to reduce medical errors since the To Err is Human: Building a Safer Health SystemLinks to an external site. report was published in 1999?

· Do you think there is a disconnect between health care policies, protocols, procedures, or processes?

· Explain your rationale and provide an example.

· What are two solutions or recommendations to minimize medical errors in the health care industry?