More drug shortages are expected and could impact ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). Some of the most commonly used medications in ASCs, such as propofol and the local anesthetics, continue to show up on the most recent drug shortage lists. Does your facility have a plan in place to ensure an ongoing supply and minimize disruptions to patient care?
April 24, 2021 is DEA National Prescription Drug Takeback Day and at OctariusRx we recognize and support the DEA’s efforts to provide education on the potential for abuse of medications. According to the DEA, in addition to education, Takeback Day is an opportunity to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs.
Happy Easter Weekend from all of us at OctariusRx!
With much love, this Easter, we are wishing you a home filled with harmony, joy and peace!
The CDC is alerting healthcare providers on highly antibiotic resistant infections with patients who underwent invasive procedures in Mexico. Are you screening your patients for recent international travel? What steps are you taking to prevent the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria? In this post we discuss the latest CDC update and steps you can take to protect your patients.
It’s patient safety awareness week and the OctariusRx team is helping to raise awareness. Patient safety is one of our core values and something we work relentlessly on year-round. This year, in collaboration with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement we recognize the week of March 14-20, 2021 as a time to renew our focus and raise awareness of ways pharmacy consultants help make patients safer.
March is malignant hyperthermia awareness and training month and at OctariusRx, we recognize and support the cause. Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare, inherited disorder that can affect patients who are receiving anesthesia for surgery or other procedures. Being prepared is paramount for patient safety. Is your facility ready? Do you have a plan in place? Do you conduct routine mock drills or provide staff education?
February is American Heart Month and the OctariusRx team is supporting organizations and efforts to spread the word to educate the community.
Celebrate National CRNA Week with the OctariusRx team! Join us from January 24th to the 30th to celebrate our colleagues and friends who are Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists.
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible vision loss in the United States.
New year’s resolutions are always a good way to kick off the year. The new year is upon us and as usual, we have a clean slate to work with. What will you do with it? Here are my suggestions for top 5 work-related resolutions for 2021.
