IV Integration and a Culture of Safety: Reducing Complexity and Its Consequences

A culture of safety is an essential component of preventing medication errors and improving overall healthcare quality. Integration of smart IV infusion pumps and the electronic health record creates a closed-loop process that transforms infusion preparation and delivery workflow. Data derived from smart pump safety software can be used to enhance the delivery of quality patient care. This monograph reviews the scope and causes of adverse drug events, especially those associated with IV med...