Identify one cognitive error or factor that can lead to suboptimal clinical decisions. Describe the error and provide an example.

Discussion (2 questions)

Reflect on this module’s assigned resources. Then post a two-paragraph response to the prompt below by Day 4 of this module.

Be sure to use relevant information from the course readings to support your response, and include references and citations formatted according to APA requirements.

Identify one cognitive error or factor that can lead to suboptimal clinical decisions.
Describe the error and provide an example.
Explain how it affects patient safety.
Identify one human factor that can affect performance.
Describe the factor and provide an example.
Explain how it affects patient safety.

Fondahn, E., Lane, M., & Vannucci, A. (2016). The Washington Manual of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement. Wolters Kluwer.

Identify one cognitive error or factor that can lead to suboptimal clinical decisions. Describe the error and provide an example.
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