This week’s free ISMP newsletter featured article analyzes the issues and risks involved with pooling excess COVID-19 vaccine from multiple vials to obtain additional doses, which is not currently allowed by the FDA. The article supports reconsideration of pooling in order to provide more vaccinations: https://ismp.org/node/23857
MSOS News
Post date: 7 months 4 days ago
ISMP has identified trends in reported errors with transdermal medication systems (topically worn drug patches), including applying the adhesive cover directly to skin without first applying the patch. For an ISMP newsletter article that provides an analysis as well as safe practice recommendations, visit: https://ismp.org/node/23562
Post date: 7 months 5 days ago
ISMP’s Christina Michalek has been named Chair of the International Medication Safety Network Covid-19 Vaccine Safety Interest Group. Member organizations from all over the world are sharing their experiences and learning related to storage, preparation, administration, and patient monitoring. For more information, visit: https://www.intmedsafe.net/imsn-advocacy/imsn-advocacy-for-vaccine-safet...
Post date: 7 months 3 weeks ago
Sign up now for the next MSOS Member Briefing webinar scheduled to be held on Thursday, March 25, 2021 from 1:00-2:00 PM ET.
Register Now: https://ecri.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y3TLJ3FIQ0C73EzPnMPvoA
Short medication safety-related presentations for this webinar will include:
• Increasing Syringe Smart Pump Library Compliance
Casey Moore, PharmD
Medication Safety Pharmacist- Pediatrics
Samantha Burton, PharmD, FISMP
Medication Safety Pharmacist- Smart Pumps
Cleveland Clinic
• Improving the Medication Use Process: 3% Sodium Chloride
Jessica Anderson, PharmD, BCPPS
PICU Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
Amy Potts, PharmD, BCPPS
Program Director, Quality, Safety and Education
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt
Post date: 8 months 11 hours ago
The most recent ISMP newsletter featured article presents a case for why MSO positions are crucial for healthcare organizations. In addition to providing resources to build a case for adding an MSO to staff, the article includes links to educational and professional opportunities for MSOs. Visit: https://ismp.org/node/23126