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Safe Labeling Helps Prevent OR Errors    
by Cynthia K. Halvorson, RN, MSN, CNOR
CE435 l 1.00 hr

Safe Labeling Helps Prevent OR Errors - CE435
Objectives:

The goal of this program is to provide perioperative nurses with information about the challenges of and effective strategies for medication and solution labeling in the perioperative setting. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to —

  • Discuss the intent of the Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goal 3D involving labeling medications and solutions on and off the sterile field.
  • Identify the challenges for safe medication administration unique to the perioperative environment.
  • Describe strategies for effective medication and solution labeling on and off the sterile field.

Course expires on 6/29/2010
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