Anti-infective medication administration errors by dose omission

Conclusion: The anti-infective medication administration error rate by dose omission was significant and higher than for the other groups of drugs, showing a higher incidence using the intravenous route and at times approaching changes of shifts. Safety barriers must be implemented, such as dose triple-checking (at the pharmacy, when the medication is received at the intensive care unit, and at the time of administration). Additionally, adequate drug scheduling, continuing education, and training programs for safe use of medications can be useful for preventing these errors.
Source: Acta Paulista de Enfermagem - Category: Nursing Source Type: research