Errors in administration of parenteral medications are a serious safety problem in intensive care units

Aust Crit Care. 2009 Aug;22(3):141-3. doi: 10.1016/j.aucc.2009.06.002.

Abstract

This research review aimed to critically appraise the study by Valentin et al. on administration errors for parenteral medications in intensive care units.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infusions, Parenteral / adverse effects*
  • Intensive Care Units*
  • Internationality
  • Male
  • Medication Errors / statistics & numerical data*
  • Middle Aged
  • Risk Factors