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Specimen labeling errors in health care are costly. Using multiple educational interventions reduced specimen labeling errors and cost. Strategies included collaborative development of educational posters, compelling specimen mislabeling error stories, posting labeling results monthly, and providing real-time charge nurse notification of mislabeled/unlabeled specimens. Nurse educators can easily teach staff to implement these strategies. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 2020;51(10):450-452.].
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