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14 August 2024
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13 August 2024
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15 July 2024
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2 April 2024
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Using St Mark’s electrolyte solution
31 January 2024
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Giving intermittent intravenous infusions by gravity in adults
12 July 2023
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Safe administration of intravenous injections is paramount. Consideration of the risks associated with different delivery methods is essential.
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Managing the risks of using effervescent tablets in children
9 March 2023
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Careful use of effervescent or soluble tablets to deliver part tablet doses for children and neonates can minimise risks of toxicity or suboptimal therapy.
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