A11 Accuracy checking Flashcards

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state some common types of dispensing errors

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  • sound alike look alike drugs
  • misreading prescriptions
  • out of date medicines
  • incorrect calculations
  • incorrect patient details
  • label crossover
  • incorrect directions on label
  • picking incorrect item
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2
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state some factors that can lead to errors in prescriptions

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distractions
environment
interruptions
workload
staffing level
level of knowledge
time of day
personal issues

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3
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what are some implications of dispensing errors?

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  • harm to patient (overdose / wrong drug = adverse effects)
  • near miss incidents
  • harm to organisation (lose patient trust / reputation diminishes)
  • harm to individual
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4
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how can errors in prescriptions be prevented?

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  • error reporting
  • communication to staff around common errors
  • policies and procedures
  • storage of medicines
  • workflow
  • education and training
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5
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how can storage of medicines help to reduce dispensing errors?

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  • have designated areas for each type of medication
  • make sure everything is put away properly upon delivery
  • stock rotation to reduce waste
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how can error reporting help to reduce dispensing errors?

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  • highlights common errors (eg. similarities in packaging)
  • not a disciplinary thing
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