Tag: night shift errors

Medication Safety at Night: How Fatigue Increases Risk and What to Do About It

Medication Safety at Night: How Fatigue Increases Risk and What to Do About It

Night shifts increase medication errors by over 12% due to fatigue. Learn which medications worsen drowsiness, why naps aren't enough, and what real system changes can prevent deadly mistakes.

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