Problem: ISMP has repeatedly stressed the importance of never using parenteral syringes to prepare or administer small volumes of oral/enteral products; instead, an oral syringe should always be used.

A recent report by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices says that despite past warnings, serious medical errors continue to occur when parenteral syringes are used to administer oral ...

Our findings suggest that adults more commonly use droppers, dosing cups, and teaspoons when administering liquid medication to children. The use of more accurate measuring devices might increase the ...