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Assessment of Risk can be the biggest burden of USP <800> compliance. Once you’ve outlined your list of hazardous drugs and then determined which drugs will utilize alternative containment strategies and work practices, the work of gathering the AoR requirements begins.
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As we embark on a new year, we looked back at our most-read blogs and this one rose to the top. We're reposting because word is that USP <800> guidelines will be enforced in inspections this year. Hopefully, this information helps as you prepare for inspections this year. Also, be sure to browse through our blog library for more informative content around USP <800>, hazardous drugs and formulary.
A key way to protect healthcare workers is effective PPE, right? Seems simple enough except that USP <800> has outlined specific PPE requirements that vary depending on the NIOSH category of HD, how they are being handled, and in what part of the facility.
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It’s been another year of twists and turns, ups and downs, many lessons learned and deeper appreciations felt. We’ve watched our friends and clients in healthcare face challenge after exhausting challenge. With every obstacle, the healthcare industry continues to seek ways to care for the vulnerable and we are in awe.
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Rpharmy Launches Rhazdrugs Platform for Hazardous Drug Handling, Disposal Safety Information at Point of Care
Leading Formulary Management, Drug Safety Information Provider Improves Healthcare Worker Safety by Providing Vital Safety Guidance In EHR, On Any Device
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Leading Formulary Management, Drug Safety Information Provider Improves Healthcare Worker Safety by Providing Vital Safety Guidance In EHR, On Any Device
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Rpharmy Simplifies Joint Commission Inspections for Hunt Regional Medical Center
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Congratulations! We mean that sincerely. It is no easy feat to complete an Assessment of Risk (AoR) for a single hazardous drug much less the hundreds of HDs you use within your facility that require this level of documentation. So, now what?
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Is your organization still working off of the NIOSH 2016 hazardous drug (HDs) list? If so, no need to hang your head. You’re not alone... and not by a long shot. Because NIOSH 2020 is not the law of the land yet, many healthcare facilities are still abiding by the 2016 list.
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As a new patient, what is the first thing your doctor’s office usually gathers from you? Baseline labs and tests so they can understand your current health conditions, medical history and track your health moving forward. This same approach, called medical surveillance, should be used by healthcare organizations to monitor healthcare professionals who handle hazardous drugs in hopes of successfully minimizing adverse health effects and preventing devastating illness.
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After a bit of a reprieve due to COVID, how prepared do you feel when an inspector shows up at your door? Across the country, our clients are either already undergoing inspections or are preparing for them to start up again.
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