Medication errors are preventable events that may cause or lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm, occurring at any stage from prescription to administration. They are a significant concern in healthcare due to their potential to result in adverse drug events, impacting patient safety and healthcare costs.

Medication Errors

Medication errors

preventable events

inappropriate medication use

patient harm

A prescription is a formal authorization by a qualified healthcare professional, allowing a patient to obtain a specific medication or treatment. It is a critical component of healthcare, ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals while adhering to legal and medical guidelines.

prescription

administration

significant concern in healthcare

adverse drug events

Patient safety is a fundamental principle of healthcare that aims to prevent harm to patients during the provision of health services. It involves the establishment of systems and processes to minimize errors and adverse events, ensuring high-quality and reliable care.

patient safety

Healthcare costs encompass the expenses related to medical services, treatments, and medications, impacting individuals, insurers, and governments alike. Rising healthcare costs are driven by factors such as technological advancements, aging populations, and chronic disease prevalence, posing challenges for affordability and accessibility of care.

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