2016
DOI: 10.1007/s11096-016-0253-1
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Best practice strategies to safeguard drug prescribing and drug administration: an anthology of expert views and opinions

Abstract: While general evidence for implementation of strategies to improve medication safety exists, successful selection and adaptation of a distinct strategy requires a thorough knowledge of the institute-specific constraints and an ongoing monitoring and adjustment of the implemented measures.

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“…Other MedRec studies have demonstrated the need for implementation strategies including hiring pharmacists, adopting an electronic MedRec system [ 28 , 41 , 42 ], and using multidisciplinary groups to plan for implementation [ 43 ]. In addition, prior studies have identified the need for planning strategies [ 19 ] such as the use of executive boards and/or sponsors like medication safety boards [ 44 ] to enhance the implementation of medication safety strategies. MacKeigen et al [ 45 ] examined the implementation of a reimbursed medication review program and found important strategies to include task shifting, staff training, and software adaptations.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Other MedRec studies have demonstrated the need for implementation strategies including hiring pharmacists, adopting an electronic MedRec system [ 28 , 41 , 42 ], and using multidisciplinary groups to plan for implementation [ 43 ]. In addition, prior studies have identified the need for planning strategies [ 19 ] such as the use of executive boards and/or sponsors like medication safety boards [ 44 ] to enhance the implementation of medication safety strategies. MacKeigen et al [ 45 ] examined the implementation of a reimbursed medication review program and found important strategies to include task shifting, staff training, and software adaptations.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…[1] It has been suggested introduction of such lists was effective but success largely depends a comprehensive EPA list. [13] Historically, these abbreviations crop up with alarming frequency. [14] Furthermore, frequent review and update of ''Never Use' list and frequent reminders recommended are recommended but absolute elimination may be difficult.…”
Section: Post-intervention Incidence Of Epasmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…It is likely that even for e-health based in strong evidence based content, if the technology is difficult to use, the overall effectiveness on patient outcomes will be thwarted. In order to determine the ease of use (usability) for any new technology, rigorously developed and appropriate measures must be chosen [14,15].…”
Section: Background and Significancementioning
confidence: 99%