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Hospital Survey on Patient Safety Culture: 2008 Comparative Database Report

Chart 5-3. Distribution of Work Area/Unit Patient Safety Grades—Averages Across 2008 Hospitals (Text Description)

Grade Average Percent Receiving Grade
A (Excellent) 24%
B (Very Good) 48%
C (Acceptable) 23%
D (Poor) 4%
E (Failing) 1%

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