5D Medication Reconciliation

5 Diamond Patient Safety Program
Promoting Patient Safety one Diamond at a Time

Medication Reconciliation

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OBJECTIVE:		To implement a medication reconciliation program in the dialysis unit that stresses the importance of avoiding medication errors, to both patients and care staff.
ACTIVITIES REQUIRED FOR DIAMOND STATUS:	Complete an in-service training module (PowerPoint Presentation) on medication reconciliation. Complete an in-service program using the Medication Reconciliation Exercise.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:	Display Know Your Medications poster Distribute word search to patients (and family) to prompt discussion on medication reconciliation Complete Med List for each patient and include in medical record Distribute 20 Tips to Help Prevent Medical Errors to patients Provide patients with Emergency Medical Information Card for them to carry in their wallets Review policies and procedures for medication reconciliation and identify opportunities for improvement
TOOLS/ RESOURCES:	In-Service Training Modules: ~ Medication Reconciliation ~ Medication Reconciliation Exercise Know Your Medications poster Medication Reconciliation Word Search and answer key Med List - Massachusetts Coalition for the Prevention of Medical Errors Know Your Medications and Tips for Patients 20 Tips to Help Prevent Medical Errors Fact Sheet Medication Categorization Scheme for CKD Stage V Patients - Medications to Avoid ISMP's List of Error-Prone Abbreviations, Symbols, and Dose Designations Emergency Medical Information Card Sample Policies on Medication Reconciliations
MEASURE(S):	100% of staff in-serviced on medication reconciliation. 100% of staff in-serviced on medication reconciliation exercise.

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After you have completed the module, and have documented the required measures, please complete the Project Reporting Form and submit it to Danielle Daley at ddaley@nw1.esrd.net or by fax at 203.389.9902.