Objective To synthesise qualitative studies that explore prescribers' perceived barriers and
enablers to minimising potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) chronically prescribed …

Objective: To identify and analyse factors underlying intern prescribing errors to inform
development of specific medication‐safety interventions. Design: A prospective qualitative …

Inappropriate polypharmacy in older patients imposes a significant burden of decreased
physical functioning, increased risk of falls, delirium and other geriatric syndromes, hospital …

The medicines management pathway describes the cognitive and physical steps involved in
the use of medicines, with a focus on the consumer. There are 9 steps and 3 background …

Objectives: To evaluate the effects of a Medication Liaison Service (MLS) on quality of
medication‐related information associated with hospital admission, risk of drug …

Objectives Interns are expected to prescribe effectively and safely. This study aimed to
assess medical students' perceptions of their readiness to prescribe, associated risks and …

WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ABOUT THIS SUBJECT• Prescribing errors are common and
are caused by multiple factors. Standard medication charts have been recommended by …

Safe medication practice tutorials: a practical approach to preparing prescribers Page 1 Safe
medication practice tutorials: a practical approach to preparing prescribers Ian Coombes …

Abstract Background Computerised Physician Order Entry (CPOE) software is increasingly
used across the world to improve medication safety. However, few high-quality studies have …

Objectives: To determine the acceptance and utility of a Medication Liaison Service (MLS)
by hospital and community healthcare professionals. The MLS aimed to improve the quality …