Risk Assessment Study with Fine Kinney Method in a University Hospital Dermatology Service and Ear Nose and Throat Service

Abstract

In this study, a risk assessment field study has been conducted using the Fine Kinney risk assessment method in the dermatology and ENT services of a university hospital in our country. A total of 142 risks have been identified, 72 in the ENT service and 70 in the dermatology service. Some of the risks identified in both services are similar, and different risks have also been identified. The quantitative and meaningful results of the risks rated by the Fine Kinney risk assessment method used in the study has showed that the method is widely used in the production sector in our country and can be actively used in health institutions. In the study, it has been observed that although some risks detected in the ENT service are the same as those detected in the dermatology service, the risk score is higher. The fact that the ENT service is a surgical service, the inpatient profile is heavier, and the imaging tests, surgical procedures and medical interventions performed on the patients are found to be the main reason for this situation. As a result of the study, it has been determined that the Fine Kinney risk assessment method is a method that can be used in health institutions. It has been determined that some risks in surgical units affect the risk value in terms of operation.