Severity of adverse events
| NCC MERP Grade15 | Descriptor | Adverse events | Total adverse events (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| E | Temporary harm to the patient and required intervention | 605 | 60.4 |
| F | Temporary harm to the patient and required initial or prolonged admission | 318 | 31.8 |
| G | Permanent patient harm | 18 | 1.8 |
| H | Intervention required to sustain life | 43 | 4.3 |
| I | Patient death | 17 | 1.7 |
| Total | 1001 |
National Coordinating Council for Medication Error Reporting and Prevention (NCC MERP) Index.23