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    M edication error that was made but was caught before reaching the patient; such events have also been termed as a “ near miss ” medication error. Factors contributing to medication errors: Human related System related Medication related Human related: Provider Patient Overworked In a hurry Under - trained Do not understand the medication/use Distraced  Health literacy level Stressed  System related factors: Lack of communication Poor work flow Disorganized workplace Lack of supervision Medication related errors: Multiple dosage forms and strengths THE 6 - R’s: Right drug Right route Right time Right dose Right patient Right dosage form Other factors are: Incorrect prescriptions Illegible handwriting Drug allergy not identified Irrational combinations   ( is this readable at all ? ) Dosage miscalculations Dispensing incorrect dosage strength Failure to council the patient Miscalculation of a dose LASA DRUGS LOOK ALIKE, SOUND ALIKE ( one of the biggest reasons for medication errors

    “ EACH PATIENT CARRIES THEIR OWN DOCTOR INSIDE THEM “   Common medical symptoms Fever : it indicates that an infection is present.A fever may occur with asthma or allergies. A fever over 105 °F (40.6 °C) always requires medical attention. Nausea : Nausea is a sick feeling in the stomach and is often accompanied by a desire to vomit. Headaches : Headaches are commonly caused by muscle tightening under the scalp,often the result of emotional tension. Other causes are heat exhaustion, brain tumors,and high Blood pressure. If a headache is accompanied by other symptoms, like visual disturbances, fever,vomiting,seek immediate medical attention. ALARMING MEDICAL SYMPTOMS Seizures in children : are most commonly caused by a rapid rise in temperature due to an acute infection.these seizures are called febrile seizures seldom Last longer than 2 to 3 minutes. It should be reported to the doctor. Epileptic seizures : It may occur when some brain cells temporarily become overactive and releas

  Nosebleeds are common in adults and children. Our noses have a rich blood supply that helps warm the air we breathe in. it can occur spontaneously or any irritation or trauma to the nose. If it has occurred due to blood-thinning medications, then it is difficult to stop, so seek medical attention. If the bleeding is uncontrollable, the person can go into a shock. Call EMS. First Aid Treatment: Lean the person forward. Ask the person to pinch the soft part of the nose for a minimum of 10 minutes without releasing. If the bleeding is ongoing after the first 10 minutes, then ask the person to reapply pressure. A cold compress or an ice pack can be applied to the nose to reduce blood flow to the area, If the nose bleeding has not stopped after 20 minutes, seek urgent medical advice. Once it has stopped, the person should not pick or blow their nose for at least 12 hours. LEAN FORWARD, NOT BACKWARD. By leaning forward, the person will enable the blood to drain out through the nose and no

While we are walking in the park, a dusty storm has just started and some dust particles or grit has gone into our delicate eye, which can cause permanent damage to our vision and increase the risk of infection. If it penetrates superficially, it can be washed with running water if the surface of the eye is getting damaged and then medical care by a specialist is required to prevent loss of sight. Signs and symptoms of a foreign body in the eye: A gritty sensation when blinking Pain gets worse when moving the eye Eye watering Visual disturbance First Aid: Attempt to flush out the object using running clean water or sterile eye wash solution. Do not rub the affected eye or attempt to remove the object with tweezers or a cotton swab. If the object is large or sharp, seek urgent medical attention.

Introduction Choking occurs when an object obstructs your airway and prevents air from flowing in and out of the lungs. If air cannot get into the lungs, therefore into the blood, it cannot be delivered to the tissues of the body, the most important being the brain and the heart. If the heart does not receive an adequate supply of oxygen rich blood, it will then stop beating and can lead to cardiac arrest. The common object causing obstruction is food. And other small objects Signs and symptoms of choking: Clutching the throat or chest Difficulty in breathing Coughing Grunting noises Red face initially, then turning pale or blue Reduced level of consciousness If it continues, the victim will stop breathing. First Aid (Adult): If partial blockage: Encourage to cough Provide reassurance and monitor Loosen any tight clothing around the neck Call EMS (Emergency Medical Services), if it isn't quickly resolved If complete blockage: (victim is unable to cough) Deliver abdominal thrusts