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Developing a list of high-alert medications for patients with chronic diseases.

Author: AgraYolanda, Moreno-GómezAna María, OteroMaría José, Santos-RamosBernardo

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Overview

This study aimed to develop a list of high-alert medications for patients with chronic illnesses (HAMC list) that would prove useful to the Spanish National Health Service strategies on chronicity.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Patients with chronic diseases often receive multiple medications and are associated with increased vulnerability to medication errors. Identifying high-alert medications for them would help to prioritize the interventions with greatest impact for improving medication safety. The aim of this study w...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejim.2014.10.021

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Navigating the Medication Maze for Chronic Illnesses

Managing chronic illnesses often involves a complex cocktail of medications, which can increase the risk of medication errors. This research, led by Dr. [Author's last name], aimed to develop a list of high-alert medications for patients with chronic illnesses (HAMC list) in Spain. The goal was to improve medication safety by prioritizing interventions that have the greatest impact.

Creating a Roadmap for Safe Medication Management

The study successfully created a HAMC list specifically tailored for patients with chronic illnesses. This list serves as a valuable guide for healthcare professionals to identify medications with a higher risk of adverse events and to focus their efforts on preventing these errors. This list serves as a vital compass for navigating the complex terrain of medication management.

A Desert of Medications: Finding Our Way

This research emphasizes the importance of understanding the complexities of medication management for patients with chronic illnesses. It's like navigating a vast desert with many paths – each medication is a different route, and choosing the right combination and ensuring safe use is crucial for a successful journey.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Developing a HAMC list is a vital step towards improving medication safety for patients with chronic illnesses. This research highlights the importance of collaborative efforts between healthcare professionals, patients, and researchers in ensuring safe and effective medication management. Just like a camel needs a reliable guide in the desert, these patients need a reliable system to ensure safe medication use.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-08-18
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-08
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25468740

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ejim.2014.10.021

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