Is it a surprise? Shocking sub-optimal medication safety in children with medical complexity
Title
Is it a surprise? Shocking sub-optimal medication safety in children with medical complexity
Creator
Patel Hema; Bourassa M; Huth K; Vandecruys P
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Publisher
Paediatrics & Child Health
Date
2018
Description
There are increasing numbers of children with medical complexity (CMC) worldwide. CMC make multiple transitions between healthcare settings and providers; frequently receiving multiple medications. While the risk of medication error in children is recognized, data on CMC, perhaps one of the most vulnerable groups, is lacking. OBJECTIVES To explore parental knowledge, perceptions and behaviours around medication safety and to identify and describe recalled medication errors in order to guide future efforts in quality and safety
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July 2018 List
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Citation
Patel Hema; Bourassa M; Huth K; Vandecruys P, “Is it a surprise? Shocking sub-optimal medication safety in children with medical complexity,” Pediatric Palliative Care Library, accessed April 18, 2024, https://pedpalascnetlibrary.omeka.net/items/show/15178.