ECRI and ISMP have combined websites to provide one unified, streamlined source for safety information. You can still use the www.ismp.org address, and access your newsletter subscriptions through the MyECRI member portal. For detailed information on how to navigate the new website, visit: https://home.ecri.org/blogs/ismp-alerts-and-articles-library/how-to-navi...
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ISMP has released a revised version of its list of error-prone abbreviations, symbols, and dose designations that should NOT be used in verbal, handwritten, or electronic communications. Please review the list to see if your organization’s “Do Not Use” list also requires updating. Visit: www.ismp.org/node/8
ISMP recently analyzed 520 transplant medication-related errors reported to identify common themes and develop safe practice recommendations. See the latest newsletter featured article: www.ismp.org/node/130170
ISMP’s next virtual Medication Safety Intensive Workshop is May 16-17, 2024; save your seat now and learn to identify risk before errors cause harm, select high-leverage prevention strategies, and use data for continued improvement: www.ismp.org/node/128036
Learn more about using IV robotics to advance sterile compounding safety during a FREE ISMP webinar on April 10, 2024, from 1:00-2:00pm ET. Speakers will address preparing for and implementing IV robotics, including obtaining buy-in from leadership and necessary changes for clinical workflow. CE credit is available: www.ismp.org/node/123838