In 2019, hospital staff diverted some 148 million doses of controlled substances, according to a report released in 2020 by the data firm Protenus. As part of a comprehensive strategy to reduce drug diversion in the hospital setting, the Institute for Safe Medication Practices recommends using the smallest dosage form possible to reduce waste or medication error, consistently using the same National Drug Code and dosage form to create consistent practice, and using pre-filled,
FEBRUARY 7, 2022