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The Distribution of the Factors That Caused the Reported Errors (n=72).
| Reason | n | % |
|---|---|---|
| Incorrect calculation of dosage or amount of infusion | 32 | 44.4 |
| Lack of knowledge | 12 | 16.6 |
| Communication | 8 | 11 |
| Stress and heavy workload | 7 | 9.7 |
| Confusion of names | 5 | 6.9 |
| Problems related to the storage and delivery of blood | 3 | 4 |
| Incorrect labeling and packaging | 3 | 4 |
| Incorrect computer entries | 2 | 2.7 |
