Publications & Resources
Get insights and guidance from MLMIC and other leading sources on medical professional liability, risk management, and more.
Tag: medications
Risk Management Tip: Prescription Medications and Patient Safety
Medication errors result in a significant portion of medical liability claims. Careful attention to detail in prescribing and monitoring the use of medications promotes patient health and safety. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
Clinical Practice Recommendations to Help Treat IBD Patients During the COVID-19 Emergency
New recommendations issued by the American Gastroenterological Association offer clinical practice guidelines for treating inflammatory bowel disease patients during the COVID-19 emergency.
New research indicates there is weak evidence that chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin can effectively treat and prevent COVID-19 and the drugs carry potentially serious risks.
Experts Say There is No Evidence NSAIDs are Unsafe for COVID-19 Patients
New research refutes speculation that NSAIDs can negatively impact patients with COVID-19.
When Appropriate, FDA Permits Use of Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine to Treat COVID-19
The FDA issued emergency use authorization for anti-malarial drugs hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients when deemed appropriate by a healthcare provider.
Best Practices for Addressing Common Medication Safety Errors
ISMP says its list of “2020-2021 Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals” should be adopted to prevent errors that continue to impact patient safety.
Proper Medication Injection Practices Remain Essential for Patient Safety
New data published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings reinforces the importance of physician adherence to safe medication injection practices.
ISMP Releases Top 10 Medication Errors and Hazards for 2020
ISMP says its list of “Top 10 Medication Errors and Hazards” should be addressed when developing a 2020 medication safety improvement plan.
Recommendations for Discharging Patients With Vaping-Related Lung Injury
New findings on vaping-related rehospitalizations and deaths have prompted the CDC to develop recommendations for outpatient follow-up during the first 48 hours post-hospitalization.
ECRI Institute Says Diagnostic Errors Pose Greatest Patient Safety Challenge in Ambulatory Care
A new ECRI Institute report identifies the five key patient safety challenges in ambulatory care, naming diagnostic errors as the most common.