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Rapid response team activation by patients can mitigate errors.

April 29, 2018

ISMP Medication Safety Alert! Acute care edition. June 1, 2006.

This article discusses one hospital's initiative to empower patients and their families to call for a rapid response team if they feel it is necessary.

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