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Safety Events Related to Medications in OHCA Patients (N = 35)
| Medication Error | Cases (n, %) |
|---|---|
|
| |
| Incorrect dosing | |
| Epinephrine: | |
| • 2X–10X overdose | 3 (9) |
| • 10X+ overdose | 7 (20) |
| • 1:1000 concentration | 1 (3) |
|
| |
| Indicated and not given | |
| Epinephrine | 6 (17) |
|
| |
| Not indicated and given | |
| Atropine | 8 (23) |
| Bicarbonate | 1 (3) |
| Vasopressin | 1 (3) |
