Medication Error Rate Exceeds Acceptable Threshold
Penalty
Fine: $95,118
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Summary
Facility staff failed to maintain a medication error rate at or below 5%, as evidenced by observations of medication administration. During eight observed medication passes, there were four errors out of 25 opportunities, resulting in a 16% medication error rate. Staff interviews confirmed that education on medication administration and management is provided.