Exploring the factors contributing to drug errors and how to improve knowledge

Emanuel, V; Pryce-Miller, Maxine

Abstract

Medicines administration is one of the high risk areas for nursing practice and a matter of considerable concern for practitioners, policymakers and the public. Drug errors can lead to devastating consequences for patients and for nurses' careers. It is an integral part of nurses' role, underpinned by legal and professional requirements (Nursing and Midwifery Council, 2008a). This article reviews the situation and makes suggestions on how to improve knowledge.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Sep 10, 2009
• Publication Date: Oct 11, 2009
• Journal: Nursing Times
• Print ISSN: 0954-7762
• Publisher: EMAP
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 105
• Issue: 46
• Pages: 16-18
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/991311
• Publisher URL: http:www.nursingtimes.net