Strategy for reinforcing drug knowledge and accountability in drug administration.
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Carolyn L. Blue, Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: A variety of drugs is being rapidly
developed in the pharmacy laboratory by
systemic research. Scientific discovery has
led to polypharmacy. The resulting numbers
of different drugs have made it nearly
impossible for nurses to retain knowledge
about each specific drug administered.
Although studies are limited, reports indicate
that the drug knowledge of practicing
nurses is not adequate to ensure safety to
clients (Markowitz, Pearson, Kay, &
Loewenstein, 1981).
Strategy for reinforcing drug knowledge and accountability in drug administration.
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Journal of Nursing Education, 28(8), 381 - 382.
- Language: English
- Date: 1989
- Keywords
- Nursing education, Drug administration, Professional development, Drug safety