Developing a principle-based approach to safe medication practices. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

Developing a principle-based approach to safe medication practices. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

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• Published October 2015

Developing a principle-based approach to safe medication practices.

Hallaran A, McNabb A, Anderson J. J Nurs Reg. 2015;6:43-47.

This commentary describes the development, implementation, and evaluation of new practice standards to enhance medication delivery in nursing. The standards focused on ensuring that nurses had the necessary authority, competence, and safety culture.

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