Preventing IV Medication Errors

Eskew J.A. , Jacobi J. , Buss W.F. Using innovative technologies to set new safety standards for the infusion of intravenous medication. Hosp Pharm. 2002; 37: 1179–89.

Leape L.L. , Bates D.W. , Cullen D.J. Systems analysis of adverse drug events. JAMA. 1995; 274: 35–43.

Hospital survey shows much more needs to be done to protect pediatric patients from medication errors. ISMP Medication Safety Alert! Huntington Valley, PA: Institute for Safe Medication Practices; April 19, 2000.

“Smart” infusion pumps join CPOE and bar coding as important ways to prevent medication errors. ISMP Medication Safety Alert! Huntington Valley, PA: Institute for Safe Medication Practices; February 6, 2002.