The contribution of labelling to safe medication administration in anaesthetic practice.

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The contribution of labelling to safe medication administration in anaesthetic practice.

June 15, 2011

Merry AF, Shipp DH, Lowinger JS. Best Pract Res Clin Anaesthesiol. 2011;25(2):145-159.

Discussing the importance of labeling in anesthesia, this commentary makes recommendations to reduce medication errors.

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