Abstract

Work interruptions during medication administration are a serious problem negatively impact patient safety. Utilizing a medication safety vest and signage during medication administration improves situation awareness, therefore reducing the potential for interruptions.

Author Details

Janet Tompkins McMahon, DNP, MSN, RN, ANEF

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Other

Research Approach

Pilot/Exploratory Study

Keywords:

Workplace Interruptions, Distractions, Situational Awareness, Medication Administration

Advisor

Jill Schramm

Second Advisor

Debra J. Nogueras

Third Advisor

Jesus Cepero

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Capella University

Degree Year

2015

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2015-12-23

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