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Author (up) Koorey, R. openurl 
  Title Documentation of the surgical count Type Journal Article
  Year 2007 Publication Dissector Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 34 Issue 4 Pages 23-6,28,30  
  Keywords Law and legislation; Patient safety; Surgery; Nursing specialties  
  Abstract The author examines the current practices around the surgical counts of sponges, sharps and instruments, which is an integral component of safe perioperative nursing practice. Current practice, legislative requirements are reviewed, and the guidelines from the Perioperative Nurses College of New Zealand are reproduced. Case studies of errors in counts are used to illustrate the legal standards of practice.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1048 Serial 1032  
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