Medication Errors in Neonates

Theodora A. Stavroudis; Marlene R. Miller; Christoph U. Lehmann

doi:10.1016/j.clp.2007.11.010

Medication Errors in Neonates

Theodora A. Stavroudis, Marlene R. Miller, Christoph U. Lehmann

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Abstract

Prevention of harm from medication errors has become a national priority. Medication errors in the neonatal intensive care unit are common, and most can be avoided. This article reviews the prevalence and types of medication errors affecting the care of the neonate and summarizes approaches that have been used to reduce these errors. Safety initiatives applicable to minimizing medication errors also are discussed.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	141-161
Number of pages	21
Journal	Clinics in Perinatology
Volume	35
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clp.2007.11.010
State	Published - Mar 2008
Externally published	Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
Obstetrics and Gynecology

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