A practical review of long-term care infusion services for the noninfusion pharmacist.
The use of intravenous (IV) medications is increasing in long-term care facilities, offering new challenges and opportunities. Pharmacists can review the ordering, administration, and monitoring of IV medications to help ensure these medications are used appropriately and effectively and to minimize the risk for adverse events.
Martin
Caren McHenry
CM
Greensboro, North Carolina, USA.
D003253:Consultants; D016903:Drug Monitoring / Q000379:methods; D064420:Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous; D008134:Long-Term Care / Q000379:methods; D004364:Pharmaceutical Preparations / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D010593:Pharmaceutical Services / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010595:Pharmacists / Q000458:organization & administration*
D004364:Pharmaceutical Preparations