The impact of interruptions on medication errors in hospitals: an observational study of nurses.

Maree Johnson; Paula Sanchez; Rachel Langdon; Elizabeth Manias; Tracy Levett-Jones; Gabrielle Weidemann; Vicki Aguilar; Bronwyn Everett

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The impact of interruptions on medication errors in hospitals: an observational study of nurses.

January 24, 2018

Johnson M, Sanchez P, Langdon R, et al. J Nurs Manag. 2017;25(7):498-507.

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Interruptions in nursing care are common and can contribute to errors. In keeping with prior research, this observational study of nurses found that interruptions in medication preparation and administration can compromise patient safety.

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