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May 31, 2021: Safety Bulletin - Shortage of Epinephrine Prefilled Syringes: System Supports for Use of Epinephrine Ampoules

Shortages of critical medications have become more common during the COVID-19 pandemic. Epinephrine in prefilled syringes is one such critical product that has been in short supply. This bulletin shares a proactive approach that was developed and implemented by a regional paramedicine service to safely introduce the temporary use of epinephrine ampoules and mitigate the risk of medication errors. Listen to the Synopsis ...  |   Read more ...