Between the release of the first CMS guidance establishing the 30-minute rule and the revocation of that guidance, the ISMP was not idle. In fact, the organization has accomplished something we have ...

Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2008;65(24):2347-2357. Crush one pancrelipase tablet (lipase 8000 units, amylase 30,000 units, protease 30,000 units) to a fine powder, or measure one fourth of a teaspoon of ...

A route of administration is a way that a drug can enter the body. There are many drug routes of administration, each suited to different situations. Each route has its benefits and potential risks.

A female Pharmacist scanning pill box. Barcode technology can reduce medication errors by ensuring that the right drug is administered to the right patient at the right time, in the right dose, using ...

This study investigated the current status of nursing interruption events and analyzed the time costs, priority of events, and factors influencing interruptions. Objectives: To investigate the status ...

Swallowing is a complex function that is often taken for granted. As individuals age, physiologic changes can contribute to increased difficulty in swallowing. 1 Healthy older adults as well as those ...