This subsection strengthens systems and safeguards that reduce harm and prevent errors in pediatric emergency care, with added emphasis on reliable medication practices and workflows.
Why it matters: Children are at higher risk for dosing and medication errors due to weight-based dosing and developmental differences.
Key focus areas: Kilogram-only weights, weight-based dosing, medication safety checks, and error reporting.
Who to engage: Pediatric emergency care coordinators (PECCs), pharmacy, nursing education, patient safety teams, and ED team members.
Getting started: Key resources are labelled “Pinned.” These are considered foundational. Start with them first.