Table 2.
Prevalence of Medical Errors in the Study Population
| Type of Error | Prevalence, % | 95% Confidence Interval |
|---|---|---|
| Medication continuity errors | 42 | 32 to 52 |
| Work-up errors | 12 | 5 to 19 |
| Test follow-up errors | 8 | 2 to 14 |
| Any medical error | 49 | 39 to 60 |
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