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Optimizing the use of dose error reduction software on intravenous infusion pumps.

July 10, 2024

Hughes K, Cole M, Tims D, et al. Hosp Pediatr. 2024;14(6):448-454.

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Smart pumps with dose error reduction software (DERS) can reduce adverse drug events, but alert fatigue can result in staff resistance and unsafe workarounds. In this study, a pediatric hospital aimed to increase use of smart pumps with DERS from 46% compliance at baseline to 75%. Updating the drug library resulted in the largest increase in compliance and decrease in alerts.

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