San Antonio Medical Errors Lawyer
Helping Families Throughout Texas
Medication errors are one of the most common medical mistakes.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, medication errors are the fifth leading cause of death in nursing homes.
There are a variety of ways medication errors may occur: sometimes discharge medications are not communicated; the prescription may be misinterpreted; the staff may have failed to document an administration of a medication causing multiple administrations; the staff may provide the medication to the wrong patient or not at all; medications may be given to patients who have contraindications for those medications.
Pharmacies may also make mistakes in dispensing medications. Pharmacy errors can also occur for a number of reasons, including:
- Improper administration
- Improper storage
- Improper labeling
- Improper dispensing
- Improper monitoring
- Improper communication
- Improper training
- System errors
Medication errors can have a number of serious consequences for patients, including: Death; Injury; Disability; Prolonged illness; Increased medical costs; Increased emotional distress.
It's important to contact a knowledgeable attorney in order to gather and preserve evidence in a timely manner. There may be a need for toxicology reports and/or a medical examiner's report.
If you believe that your loved one has suffered a medication error, you should contact Miller Medical Malpractice immediately.
Get started with a free consultation today. Call us at (210) 361-9796 or contact us online.
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