Table 2.
Description of Logic Used by Algorithm to Flag Errors, by Error Type
| Medication Name | Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions | SIG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B | C | D | E | F |
| Error Type | Algorithm Logic to Flag Error | ||||
| Duplication Error | A is listed two or more times on a discharge medication list | ||||
| Missing Route Error | D is empty | ||||
| Missing Dose Error | B is empty | ||||
| Missing Frequency Error | C is empty | ||||
| Unlisted Medication Error | A contains “NF” or “Non Formulary” or “Unlisted” | ||||
| See Instructions Error | (B and C and D are empty) and (E or F is not empty) | ||||
Upper section represents a generic medication from a discharge medication list, with letters A–F representing components of the medication instructions. Lower portion outlines logic to flag each error type.