National and international literature, research, and experience have led to the identification of patient/client safety as a healthcare issue requiring immediate attention. Recent Canadian reports have suggested that the Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation (CCHSA) has a responsibility in an integrated approach to improving patient/client safety.
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