Introduction to this Guide

One in 17 hospital stays in Canada involves harmful events related to healthcare and medication errors, as highlighted by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) Canada and the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI). In light of the significant concern for patient safety related to medication errors in Canada, this guide is designed for clinical instructors. A focus on patient safety underscores the crucial role instructors play as they aim to effectively guide students through the complexities of safe medication administration practices, while reducing the anxiety that students experience.

References

Canadian Institute for Health Information. (2024). Canadian Institute for Health Information. Retrieved from https://www.cihi.ca/en

Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada. (2024). ISMP Canada Safety Bulletins. Retrieved from https://ismpcanada.ca/safety-bulletins/