OctariusRx

MAY 13, 2024

Since medications are usually dosed milligrams per kilogram, learn to consistently convert and document the patient’s weight in kilograms. Read the medication label carefully: This is a critically important step and one that often leads to errors and potential patient harm. Need help making the conversion?

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OctariusRx

MAY 15, 2023

Since medications are usually dosed milligrams per kilogram, learn to consistently convert and document the patient’s weight in kilograms. Read the medication label carefully: This a critically important step and one that often leads to errors and potential patient harm. Need help making the conversion?

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The Checkup by Singlecare

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Be sure to read the labels of over-the-counter sleep aids and cold medications to look for the presence of diphenhydramine before taking more. Remember, diphenhydramine comes in products by MANY names, and you don’t want to double up, so read the labels carefully.

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