Technology-related errors cause one-third of medication mistakes in hospitals, persisting four years after electronic system implementation.

A study from the University of Sydney found that technology-related errors account for one in three medication mistakes in hospitals, persisting even four years after electronic systems' implementation. These errors, often linked to high-risk drugs like oxycodone and insulin, arise from poor design or programming. The findings highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and improvements in health IT systems to enhance patient safety and prevent severe outcomes.

September 13, 2024
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