Errors in drug administration are one of the most frequent events reported to the Consultative Council. Some are critical incidents without any adverse outcome. However many are associated with morbidity involving prolonged supervision in recovery, unplanned admission to ICU, potentially hazardous haemodynamic changes and awareness with ensuing post traumatic stress syndrome and the potential for litigation.
Details
- Topic
- Research and reports
- Date published
- 22 Jan 2012
- Size
- 1 page
- Author
- Department of Health & Human Services
- Update frequency
- Annual
- Available format
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Reviewed 23 January 2012