Effective Tool for Reporting and Analyzing Medication Errors

The Medication Use Process (MUP) plays a vital role in ensuring the appropriate and safe use of medications. However, this process is exposed to many risks in particular medication errors. These later present a significant challenge, that may have negative consequences for patients. Implementing a medication error reporting and analyzing tool would facilitate an in-depth analysis of the causes of errors and enable the implementation of corrective measures. Additionally, a specific risk management model for medication management, which includes regular monitoring and preventive actions, is essential to prevent medication errors. By implementing these measures, We guarantee the attainment of secure and efficient management of MUP, resulting in better therapeutic results and heightened patient safety. In this work, we propose a tool that helps healthcare professionals create reports and analyze medication errors. This tool has been made and tested with healthcare professionals of the Intercommunal Hospital Center Castres-Mazamet (CHIC). This collaborative effort aimed not only to detect areas for improvement but also to instigate positive change in patient care. By leveraging our innovative tool, healthcare providers were empowered to proactively analyze and report medication errors.