[Preparation and administration of injectable antibiotics: a tool for nurses]

Rev Infirm. 2013 Dec:(196):38-40. doi: 10.1016/j.revinf.2013.09.014.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Nurses, the main caregivers to administer medications, often find themselves lacking the information which is nevertheless essential for the preparation of injectable antibiotics. This problem, frequent in hospitals, impacts on patient safety. On the initiative of the pharmacy and nursing staff, a tool has been created in the Percy Army Teaching Hospital in Clamart.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / administration & dosage*
  • Humans
  • Injections, Intravenous / nursing*
  • Medication Errors / nursing
  • Medication Errors / prevention & control*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents