Special K with no license to kill: accidental ketamine overdose on induction of general anesthesia. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

Special K with no license to kill: accidental ketamine overdose on induction of general anesthesia. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

• Commentary
 
• Published January 2018

Special K with no license to kill: accidental ketamine overdose on induction of general anesthesia.

Warner LL, Smischney N. Am J Case Rep. 2018;19:10-12.

Anesthesiologists often administer medications that can result in serious patient harm if errors occur. This commentary illustrates the need for vigilance regarding drug concentration review and patient monitoring in pediatric care to reduce risks of accidental oversedation.

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