ECRI Publishes Top Patient Safety Issues for 2021
ECRI's 2021 list of patient safety concerns can help health systems effectively identify, prioritize and respond to patient safety threats.
Individualized Opioid Interventions Can Reduce Use After Surgery
Experts say patient-centric opioid intervention before discharge from the hospital can cut overall opioid intake, while still ensuring a patient is satisfied and their pain is properly managed.
FDA Issues EUA for Monoclonal Antibody Treatment of COVID-19
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for simultaneous administration of monoclonal antibodies bamlanivimab and etesevimab to treat COVID-19 patients who meet specific criteria.
ISMP Publishes Top Medication Errors and Hazards for 2021
ISMP says common medication mishaps can be prevented with proper attention and prioritization that results in system and practice changes.