Unreadable barcodes and multiple barcodes on packages can lead to errors.

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Unreadable barcodes and multiple barcodes on packages can lead to errors.

November 8, 2017

ISMP Medication Safety Alert! Acute care edition. October 19, 2017;22:1-3.

Barcodes can both enhance and degrade the medication administration process. This newsletter article provides examples of problems associated with the use of barcode labels and recommends strategies to reduce risks.

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