New certification aims to protect healthcare workers from the hidden toll of medical errors
NCT ID NCT06888297
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study aims to create European certification standards for programs that support healthcare workers after stressful events, known as the 'second victim' phenomenon. Researchers will work with 66 healthcare professionals across Europe to develop and test these standards. The goal is to improve worker well-being and patient safety by ensuring support programs are effective and consistent.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could establish a Europe-wide standard for supporting healthcare workers after stressful events, potentially improving their well-being and patient safety.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study focused on developing certification criteria, not testing a treatment. It involves only 66 participants and relies on expert opinions, so the results may not be widely applicable.
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San Juan, Alicante, 03110, Spain
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