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ALERT: Interruption of Epoprostenol (Flolan) Infusion Leads to Patient’s Death
Apr 20, 2011
This alert shares information learned from review of an incident that led to the death of a patient with severe pulmonary arterial hypertension. The death occurred after interruption of a continuous intravenous (IV) infusion of the short-acting drug epoprostenol (Flolan). This bulletin is intended to heighten awareness among all facilities and practitioners about this lifesustaining drug and to provide recommendations to prevent recurrence of this type of incident.
ISMP-Canada Bulletin http://ismp-canada.org/download/safetyBulletins/ISMPCSB2011-02-Epoprostenol.pdf
National Nursing Week - Nursing - The Health of Our Nation
Apr 20, 2011
National Nursing Week May 9-15, 2011
National Nursing Week celebrates Canadian nurses and their dedication to patient care and the health-care system.
CNA website http://www.cna-aiic.ca/CNA/news/events/nursingweek/default_e.aspx
Notice to all Toronto Chapter Members
Jan 01, 2011
We are going green! Please update CACCN National with your current email address. All future newsletters from the Toronto Chapter will be sent to you by email.
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