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<p> Risk managers have largely embraced the idea of apologizing after an adverse event and communicating fully with the patient or family members, in no small part because this approach has been proven to reduce malpractice costs. It just seems like the right thing to do and promotes a positive image of the hospital.</p>

When does a hospital’s apology switch to being manipulation?

Concerns raised that hospitals use ‘I’m sorry’ to evade responsibility