AVOIDING MEDICATION ERRORS

In the image above, Sara is new and afraid to "look stupid".
She is going to administer Potassium Chloride IM instead 
of IVPB ( IV piggy back).

A medication error can happen at anytime. Every attempt
should be taken by the nurse, to avoid it happening. if you
are uncertain,  try to ask someone else or the pharmacist.
Learn more : Common causes of medication errors 

 

Scenario 1: Lynn is a new RN. Her preceptor did not

do a good job explaining the correct way to do an 
assessment. Lynn is not aware of the mistake she
is about to make.

Learn more : Was an assessment done?