Improving clinician behaviors and patient safety outcomes through standardization of a pediatric vaccine administration process
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Monica Joan Gingell, BSN, RN; Marianne L. Durham, DNP, RN, CPPS; Susan Corbridge, PhD, APRN, FAANP, FAAN
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- University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
While significant research has focused on the safety of childhood vaccines' intrinsic properties, little attention has been given to the complex and error-prone vaccine administration process. The purpose of this quality improvement project is to improve clinician knowledge of pediatric vaccines and safe administration behaviors leading to decreased error.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | None: Event Material, Invited Presentation |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | Quality Improvement |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Patient Safety; Standardization; Vaccine Administration |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
| Date | 2019 |
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