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HC(76)9 Addition of Drugs to IV Fluids (The Breckenridge Report) DHSS 1976

2 April 2019

Managing the risks associated with rapid over-infusion of parenteral nutrition in babies

28 October 2022There is a risk of severe harm or death if PN is unintentionally infused too rapidly in babies. Healthcare professionals need to ensure safe practice.

Advising on missed or delayed doses of medicines

15 October 2021Guidance to advise people who occasionally forget or are late in taking a dose of their medicine(s).

Using transdermal patches safely in healthcare settings

3 May 2022Guidance on strategies for the safe application of transdermal patches to reduce the risk of medication errors in healthcare settings.

Using intravenous gravity infusions and intravenous bolus injections in adults

5 January 2021During certain periods, it may be more necessary than normal to give some medicines by gravity infusion or bolus injection in adults; we list suitable medicines

Assessment and secure storage for the self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Suitable medicines must be stored safely and securely in accordance with organisational policy, while still supporting self-administration

Duties and responsibilities for the self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Duties and responsibilities are outlined for both staff and patients during the process of self-administration of medicines (SAM)