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A Novel Approach for the Administration of Medications and Fluids in Emergency Scenarios and Settings

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Medication administration practices among children's nurses: a survey.

Maryanne Murphy¹, Alison While

¹Trinity College, Dublin.

British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)

|August 10, 2012

Summary

Children

Area of Science:

Pediatric Nursing
Medication Administration Safety

Background:

Medication administration is a critical aspect of pediatric nursing care.
Understanding current practices is essential for improving patient safety and outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate medication administration practices among children's nurses.
To identify specific practices that can enhance the medication administration process.

Main Methods:

A non-experimental survey design was employed.
A 'Medication Administration Practices Survey' was developed and administered.
The survey included all clinical staff in a children's hospital.

Main Results:

Frequent interruptions, heavy workloads, and fatigue were identified as key challenges.

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Inadequate knowledge, skills, and non-adherence to hospital policies were also noted.

Conclusions:

Non-adherence to hospital policy and frequent interruptions require significant changes.
Recommendations are proposed to prevent medication errors and support nurses in best practice.