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Safe medication management at ambulatory surgery centers.

April 24, 2019

Ubaldi K. AORN J. 2019;109(4):435-442.

Safe medication use can be challenging in ambulatory surgery centers. This commentary reviews strategies to improve safety in this setting, including close collaboration with a pharmacist or pharmacy, assessing medication management, and providing clinician education.

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