Labeling and recording orders for intravenous solutions: the concept of total amounts of ingredients.
A system of nomenclature for labeling and recording information on orders for parenteral solutions was developed using the concept of total amounts of ingredients. Compared with the traditional nomenclature, the new system is more useful for monitoring, is less ambiguous, saves time in recording and labeling, is easier to check, and is readily automated. An error study showed a significant decrease in "wrong solution" errors with the new system. No important problems occurred during the changeover from the traditional to the new nomenclature.
D003201:Computers; D004348:Drug Labeling; D004335:Drug and Narcotic Control / Q000458:organization & administration; D007263:Infusions, Parenteral; D007275:Injections, Intravenous; D010607:Pharmacy Service, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration; D012996:Solutions
D012996:Solutions