How to avoid mistakes in medicine administration.
This article examines factors that may contribute to errors in drug administration. These can range from the omission of a single dose of a non-essential drug to a major overdose resulting in serious harm to a patient. It concludes that a combination of being observant and well-informed can help to prevent errors.
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