Table 7 Ways to improve patient handoff based on residents’ opinions

Implementing an educational course about patient handoff to all the residents

49(73.1%)

Performing handoffs under the supervision of a senior resident

40(59.7%)

Performing the handoff under supervision of an attending surgeon

31(46.2%)

Take extra measures to decrease the nonurgent interruptions during the handoff process

38(56.7%)

Standardizing written/electronic handoffs so that all residents follow the same technique to sign out every time

52(77.6%)

Standardizing verbal handoffs so all residents follow the same technique to sign out every time

43(64.1%)

Dedicating a specific time of the day for handoffs

41(61.1%)

Dedicating a specific place for handoffs to take place

31(46.2%)

Improving the electronic/written handoff computer programs

37(55.2%)

Using an electronic tablet (such as an iPad) for handoffs

25(37.3%)

Using a smartphone application for handoffs

34(50.7%)