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Preventing Medical Math Errors in Healthcare by cspurlock295 is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Mathematical errors in healthcare, such as a chemotherapy overdose case in Philadelphia, pose significant risks to patient safety. Studies indicate that around 19% of medications are prescribed incorrectly, highlighting the prevalence of these errors. To reduce such incidents, strategies like standardized protocols, double-check systems, training, and technological assistance are recommended.

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cspurlock295
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