Acquire Quote by Ivan Illich
“The USDHEW calculates that 7% of all patients suffer compensable injuries while hospitalized …One out of every five patients admitted to a typical research hospital acquires an iatrogenic (Caused by the treatment process) disease, one case in thirty leading to death. Half of these episodes result from complications of drug therapy; amazingly, one in ten come from diagnostic procedures.”
About This Quote
Hospital patients often suffer treatment‑induced injuries, especially from drugs and diagnostics, highlighting systemic safety gaps.
In simple terms: Medical care can cause harm, especially drugs and tests.
Key Takeaway
Improve patient safety protocols.
Themes
healthcare
risk
patient safety
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
clinical
policy
When to use this quote
- hospital management
- clinical training
- policy reform
Key Concepts
iatrogenic injury
systemic error
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can reduce iatrogenic harm?
- How can staff be better trained?
A Different Perspective
Data may be outdated or region‑specific.
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