Medication Errors in the Context of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Systematic Review
Conclusion
Medication administration is an activity of great responsibility for nursing; however, in order to achieve a decrease in medication errors, prevention strategies are necessary for the whole health team.
Implications for Practice
Practice improvements are needed including establishing institutional drug administration protocols and keeping them updated, using a computerized prescription system, and promoting patient safety with staff.
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