Table 1 Indicators of safety aspects observed at the radiology units

Patient admission

■ Fully identifying the patient (name and ID)

■ Informing the patient about the procedure

■ Patient signing a consent form

Medical information

■ Information regarding medication required before procedure

■ Information regarding any medical intolerance

■ Information regarding important medical indicators (e.g. blood pressure)

Homogeneous and antiseptic conditions

■ Hand washing before procedure

■ Wearing sterile clothing (i.e. gloves, mask)

■ Sterile handling of equipment throughout the procedure

■ Correct and sterile use of medical substances throughout the procedure

Patient’s release

■ Instructions handed to the patient

■ Instructions to the referring department

■ Informing the patient about the procedure

Continuity of care

■ Number of staff members replaced during the procedure

■ Informing the patient when leaving the procedure

■ Informing the next shift about important aspects of the procedure before leaving