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More4 News reveals mislabelling related to patient deaths

By admin | August 21, 2009

A survey by More4 News shows a worrying number of clinical specimens sent to NHS pathology laboratories have been mislabelled.
Following an FOI request to every NHS trust in the UK, to which 120 trusts replied, it emerged that 365,608 specimens were mislabelled before they arrived at the pathology laboratories.
In addition, 11,712 samples were incorrectly labelled [...]

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The NPSA say that pre-printed patient labels and A4 Laser Sheet Wristband/label sets are “UNSAFE”

By admin | May 31, 2009

The UK’s NPSA (National Patient Safety Agency) have released a statement that says the pre-printing of patient labels in any form is unsafe. The statement covers all pre printed labels and Laser A4 sheets that can include wristband and label set combinations. The advice addresses issues that has long been a concern to many [...]

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What advantages do you see to printed wristbands and labels?

By admin | March 30, 2009

In part 5 of our interview with Dr Richard Jones, we look int the advantages of printed wristbands and labels over hand written ones.

 
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Do patients mind wearing printable wristbands?

By admin | March 23, 2009

In part 4 of our interview with Dr Richard Jones we ask his views on the patients perspective on wristbands.

 
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Do you have any issues with hand written wristbands?

By admin | March 9, 2009

In part 2 of our interview with Dr Richard Jones, we ask about hand written wristbands.

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  • NHS Supply Chain helps hospitals choose “which band is best”

    In response to the NPSA safety alert on NHS identification bracelets the NHS Supply chain has created an evaluation sheet designed to aid hospitals when deciding on the correct wristband. The evaluation covers the practicalities of the band, comfort, how long it lasted, ease of use and whether it was resistant to alcohol, soaps and water.

    Click here for a copy of the evaluation form