ISMP Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals #1 – Dispensing vinca alkaloids in a minibag and not in a syringe

ISMP Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals #1 is to dispense vinCRIStine and other vinca alkaloids in a minibag of a compatible solution and not in a syringe. This best practice is to prevent intrathecal infusion, which can be lethal. Learn how one health system implemented this best practice.

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