2.1 Contribute to and comply with systems to protect patients

Surgeons have a duty to contribute to and comply with systems and processes that aim to reduce risk of harm to patients by measuring and monitoring performance and quality of care. The use of outcome measures should be a regular part of day-to-day clinical practice. In meeting the standards of Good Medical Practice, you should:

• 2.1.1 Ensuring consistency in patient safety
• 2.1.2 Measuring quality and outcomes

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