The medication card can be filled out ahead of time to include all medications, dosages and frequencies of use. Other information can include emergency information, medical conditions, drug allergies and the name of the primary care physician. Individuals are encouraged to carry the medication card in their wallets to ensure accurate information upon admission to the hospital.
Read the news report about medication cards at Bristol Hospital.
Read other coverage about medication safety:
– Using Color to Differentiate Drug Strength Can Improve Medication Safety
– U.S. Pharmacopeia Proposes New Ideas to Increase Medication Safety
– Massachusetts General Hospital Faces Lawsuit Following Fatal Medication Error
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