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A study at Massachusetts General Hospital found that clinical decision support software could prevent 95% of medication errors in the operating room, highlighting its potential to enhance patient safety.

Certain medications must be taken on an empty stomach to ensure proper absorption and efficacy. Learn the specifics of which medications require this timing and how to instruct your patients accurately.

Several medications, including antihistamines, muscle relaxers, and benzodiazepines, are known to cause fatigue. Understanding these effects and managing patient expectations can help mitigate this common side effect.

Recent research indicates an incremental risk of cardiomyopathy associated with extended stimulant use in ADHD treatment among young adults. Notably, this risk peaks at eight years of therapy, reinforcing the need for vigilant cardiovascular monitoring.

In a shocking breach of trust and clinical safety, a nurse in Pennsylvania was convicted of multiple murders and attempted murders for administering fatal doses of insulin, highlighting critical oversight gaps in nursing facilities.

The AGS Beers Criteria highlights medications that pose significant risks to the elderly, such as growth hormones and certain antidepressants, guiding physicians towards safer prescribing practices.