Optimizing the use of dose error reduction software on intravenous infusion pumps. July 10, 2024

https://psnet.ahrq.gov/issue/optimizing-use-dose-error-reduction-software-intravenous-infusion-pumps Optimizing the use of dose error reduction software on intravenous infusion pumps. Hughes K, Cole M, Tims D, et al. Hosp Pediatr. 2024;14(6):448-454. Smart pumps with dose error reduction software (DERS) can reduce adverse drug events, but alert fatigue can result in staff resistance and unsafe workarounds. In this study, a pediatric hospital aimed to increase use of smart pumps with DERS from 46% compliance at baseline to 75%. Updating the drug library resulted in the largest increase in compliance and decrease in alerts.