Alarm fatigue in the operating room: A synthesis of the dual threat from device overload and ambient noise

Key Points

• Alarm fatigue negatively affects patient safety, specifically in the operating room setting, leading to critical oversights.
• Key metrics indicate device overload and ambient noise as primary contributors, complicating monitoring efficiency.
• Observational analysis evaluates the interplay between alarm systems and environmental factors in clinical environments.
• Findings suggest urgent need for strategies to mitigate alarm fatigue, enhancing safety and effectiveness in medical procedures.