ISMP Statement on Use of Metric Measurements to Prevent Errors with Oral Liquids.

Organizational Policy/Guidelines

ISMP Statement on Use of Metric Measurements to Prevent Errors with Oral Liquids.

December 14, 2011

Institute for Safe Medication Practices; ISMP.

This organizational statement recommends standardizing liquid medication dosing using the metric system to prevent confusion.

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