ISMP Self-Assessment Tool Identifies Tubing Misconnection Risks
March 28, 2012 | Strategic Insights for Health System
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The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) has released a new self-assessment tool for healthcare facilities that addresses catheter and tubing misconnections. Developed as part of a collaboration with Baxter Healthcare’s Clinical Center of Excellence, Tubing Misconnections Self Assessment for Healthcare Facilities guides users through a modified risk assessment. To complete the analysis, users evaluate current delivery systems and mating devices, rate the ease of connection and potential for patient harm, and assign risk priority scores.
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