Safety of anesthetic and perioperative medication practices.

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Safety of anesthetic and perioperative medication practices.

November 30, 2022

Meyer TA. Anesthesiology News. October 31, 2022.

Medication use in the surgical environment is complex and high-risk. This article describes steps toward the implementation of medication safety process improvement programs for the operating room. Important steps discussed include assessment, analysis, planning, and implementation.

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