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The Universal Protocol
The Universal Protocol for Preventing Wrong Site, Wrong Procedure, Wrong Person Surgery is part of the National Patient Safety Goals® chapter of the Joint Commission accreditation manual.
Universal Protocol Poster
The Universal Protocol provides guidance for health care professionals. It consists of three key steps: conducting a pre-procedure verification process, marking the procedure site, and performing a time-out.
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