Which of the following definitions best describes the term ‘human factors'?
a. Interrelationships of people, to their environment and to each other that need to be considered to optimise performance and assure safety.
b. Perioperative team and ancillary healthcare workers within the perioperative environment.
c. The environment within which the team functions to provide safe patient care.
d. Technical expertise required to manage the perioperative environment.
ANS: A
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