2012 ISMP International Medication Safety Self Assessment for Oncology.

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2012 ISMP International Medication Safety Self Assessment for Oncology.

April 18, 2012

Institute for Safe Medication Practices and Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada.

This tool evaluates the safety of cancer treatment delivery in hospitals and ambulatory care settings.

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