Automated dispensing cabinets.

Michael J. Gaunt; Janet Johnston; Monica M. Davis

Commentary

Automated dispensing cabinets.

August 15, 2007

Gaunt MJ, Johnston J, Davis MM. Am J Nurs. 2007;107(8):27-8.

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Drawing on Patient Safety Authority reports, this commentary discusses common errors with automated dispensing cabinets and offers tips for safer use of these systems.

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