Using human error theory to explore the supply of non-prescription medicines from community pharmacies.

M. C. Watson; C. M. Bond; M. Johnston; K. Mearns

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Using human error theory to explore the supply of non-prescription medicines from community pharmacies.

August 23, 2006

Watson MC, Bond CM, Johnston M, et al. Qual Saf Health Care. 2006;15(4):244-50.

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The authors applied human error theory to study consultations for over-the-counter medications in community pharmacies. Their findings suggest that pharmacy staff were unaware of professional guidelines for such communications.

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