Errors often occur in the prescribing, preparing, administering and monitoring of intravenous phenytoin. In 2016 an alert was issued by NHS Improvements. Although not commonly given, this article explores why adverse events occur when it is used with the aim to ensure a safer and effective care environment when administered.
Douglass, C. 2018. Avoiding errors when administering injectable phenytoin to a child in status epilepticus. Nursing Children and Young People, 30 (1) p 35 - 38.
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