How we cut drug errors.

Natasha Nicol; Leanne Huminski

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How we cut drug errors.

October 21, 2010

Nicol N, Huminski L. Modern healthcare. 2006;36(34):38.

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This article discusses technology-based tools and culture change strategies employed by one hospital to reduce medication errors.

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