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This research examines the lived experiences of post-operative patients regarding patient safety practices in a public hospital.

Post-operative patients’ lived experience of patient safety practices: A descriptive phenomenological study

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This research examines the lived experiences of post-operative patients regarding patient safety practices in a public hospital.
Employed a qualitative descriptive phenomenological approach
Conducted in-depth interviews with 15 purposively selected post-operative patients
Developed an interview guide with open-ended questions
Analyzed data using Colaizzi’s method
Identified four key themes: informed care, patient empowerment, secure systems, and challenges in care consistency
Patients emphasized the need for clear communication for safe decision-making
Active involvement of patients and families improved safety and recovery
Highlighted issues such as inadequate consent and delays indicating areas needing improvement

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Qualitative study explores safety practices in post-operative patients, indicating areas for improvement in care.

Butalid et al. (2026) studied this question.

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