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Did you know?
Approximately 25% of all reported medication errors result from some kind of name confusion.
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Common abbreviations that cause medication errors include U (unit), mg (milligram), QD (every day), SC (subcutaneous), TIW (three times per week), D/C (discharge or discontinue), HS (at bedtime or "hours of sleep"), cc (cubic centimeters), and AU (each ear).
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There are 20 feet of blood vessels in each square inch of human skin.
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In 1844, Charles Goodyear obtained the first patent for a rubber condom.
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Vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate) should be taken before any drug administration. Patients should be informed not to use tobacco or caffeine at least 30 minutes before their appointment.