Medication reconciliation in the hospital: what, why, where, when, who and how?

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Medication reconciliation in the hospital: what, why, where, when, who and how?

May 2, 2012

Fernandes O; Shojania KG.

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This commentary examines the practical considerations required to implement a high quality medication reconciliation program.

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