Improve the Safety of Using Medications

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Improve the Safety of Using Medications Module 4 NPSG #3: Improve the Safety of Using Medications

Labeling of Medications For Perioperative and other Procedural Settings (Includes Bedside Procedures) Label ALL syringes, medicine cups and basins Labeling occurs AFTER the medication is transferred to the syringe of other container NEVER PRELABEL EMPTY SYRINGES OR BASINS Label Includes: Medication Name Strength Quantity Diluent & Volume Preparation Date

Labeling of Medications For Perioperative and other Procedural Settings (Includes Bedside Procedures) Visual and Verbal Verification Required if the container is handed off to another person to administer or at break/shift relief Discard any unlabeled containers immediately!