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Consider the likeness in the packaging of these medications

Consider the potential for mistakes in this situation
Can you think of other examples where mistakes could easily be made?

Where could you miss something important?

Image of a box of medication
Image of a box of medication
Image of a box of medication

 

Last updated: 14 August, 2009
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