How can I protect my child from medication errors during school hours?

 

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Schools often rely on unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to administer medications to children. A University of Iowa survey of school nurses revealed that school medication errors are three times more likely when medication is administered by UAP staff.
4 tips to keep your child safe from medication mistakes at school

1. If possible, administer medications to your child yourself instead of sending them to the school.
2. Talk with your child’s pediatrician about alternate methods for your child’s medication. 
3. Write out instructions for your child’s medication and discuss them with staff. 
4. If possible, instruct your child about the proper color, use or administration of their medication.

Children are also at risk of pharmacy errors.
Medication errors or dosage errors at the pharmacy can have devastating consequences for a small child. Download our free report to learn 10 Tips to Protect Your Kids from Pharmacy Errors.
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