Joint Commission releases 2015 National Patient Safety Goals

The Joint Commission has released its 2015 national patient safety goals for ambulatory organizations, effective Jan. 1, 2015.

The goals include:

  • Identifying patients correctly
  • Using medicines safely
  • Preventing infection
  • Preventing mistakes in safety

To view the chapter or the easy-to-read versions of the goals, visit The Joint Commission's website.

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