Properly executed witnessing can be tough to achieve, and hospitals may face challenges when ensuring this process. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of diligent waste witnessing in mitigating drug diversion and the measures healthcare facilities can take to implement these practices successfully.
Medication administration policies are in place to ensure that patients receive the right medication, at the right time, and in the right dose. Failure to follow these policies can have serious consequences for the patient.
As healthcare providers, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our patients receive the right medications at the right time. Sadly, diversion, or the theft or
What is the right time duration for recognizing patterns of diversion?
The impact of drug diversion in the hospital setting may be likened to a sudden, devastating earthquake that triggers numerous aftershocks. Consider the fallout once
Controlled substance diversion in healthcare settings is a serious issue that puts patients at risk and affects the integrity of the facility. Controlled substance diversion
It was never in your career plan – not in your wildest dreams. You promised yourself you’d stay true to your solemn healthcare pledge to
You believe you’ve just seen a case of suspected diversion, but you stay silent. Why? The reasons are common: It’s true, the reasons behind the
How Denial of Drug Diversion Leaves Facilities Exposed — and What Proactive Leaders Can Do About It The Most Dangerous Phrase in Healthcare “Diversion doesn’t
Hospitals are under growing pressure to detect and prevent drug diversion. The unauthorized rerouting of controlled substances for personal use, resale, or abuse. Yet for
In the world of healthcare, the issue of drug diversion remains a critical concern. A recent case involving a Virginia pharmacist provides valuable insights into
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