Pediatric Medication Safety: A Modified American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement
Medication errors in the home setting pose a significant risk to pediatric patients1. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provided a comprehensive policy statement to address medication safety concerns in children in the home setting. A 90-day quality improvement (QI) project based on the AAP policy statement was implemented at Peekaboo Pediatrics, Ascension Lockhart, and Santa Teresa Pediatric clinic for parents of children aged six months to two years old. Data collection was completed through chart audits and direct observation. This Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project included 1,439 pediatric patients across three clinics with objectives that aligned with the AAP policy statement. Main objectives include provider documentation of medication education and the provision of oral dosing syringes with a medication dosing chart. This DNP project highlights the importance of collaborative effort in pediatric primary care settings for preventing home medication errors.
DOI: 10.29245/2578-2940/2025/3.1185 View / Download Pdf