Distraction Quote by Carmel Sheridan
““The primary causes of errors in nursing are distraction and stress.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Nursing Errors and Patient Safety, Journal of Nursing Management, 2015
Distraction and stress are the main reasons nurses make mistakes, compromising patient care
In simple terms: Distraction and stress cause nursing errors
Address workplace stress and reduce distractions
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- hospital shifts
- critical care units
- training programs
- policy development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can staffing levels mitigate stress?
- What strategies reduce on‑shift distractions?
Even with protocols, human factors still lead to errors