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Controlled substance (CS) management is an ongoing concern that health systems can address with the use of auditing software. PP&P’s most recent survey shows that 74% of facilities are using this technology, and 41% of those that have yet to implement this software plan to do so shortly.1 The benefits of these systems encompass improved regulatory compliance and patient safety; further,... Read more
In the continuous effort to comply with USP <797> and The Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals, pharmacists are seeking products that save time and labor while supporting patient safety. Ready-to-use IV products are often cited as a means to meet those ends, as they eliminate the need to perform compounding and, therefore, can reduce the potential for medication errors and... Read more
Given the need to leverage automation for improved safety and efficiency, carousel technology is widely used in healthcare settings. At UNC Medical Center, a 985-bed hospital in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, carousel technology is integral to optimizing inventory and storage while ensuring accurate and efficient distribution. With 10 carousels implemented throughout its pharmacies, UNC utilizes a consolidated... Read more
Comprehensive drug diversion programs have become increasingly advanced in recent years, thanks to the support of published guidelines, lessons learned from nationally published drug diversion cases and settlements, and knowledge sharing among health systems.1 However, program success is often reliant on the dedicated individuals driving this work across their organization. While guidelines speak to... Read more
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