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Safely caring for adult patients in a pediatric hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic: A focus on the medication-use process.

Authors :
Potts, Amy L
Thomas, Ashley
Bork, Sara J D
Cutting, Patricia
Nguyen, Thuy T
Tracy, Joanna
Merandi, Jenna
Source :
American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy. 6/15/2021, Vol. 78 Issue 12, p1128-1133. 6p. 1 Black and White Photograph.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

The authors offer a strategic approach on how pediatric hospitals can ensure safe medication practices for adult patients and offering tools to aid in risk assessment and mitigation planning. Topics mentioned include how the Children's Hospital Association advances the health of children, the role of the pharmacy informatics team in providing technical support to optimize order entry and verification processes, and development of a training manual specific to adult disease state management.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10792082
Volume :
78
Issue :
12
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
150797167
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/ajhp/zxab074