Assessment of Nurses' Performance in Implementation of Medical Prescriptions at Pediatric Critical Care Settings

Abstract

Abstract Background: Medical prescription is a physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or device for a pediatric patient. It is considered as a potent way of communication and collaboration between health care providers. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess nurses' performance in implementation of medical prescriptions at pediatric critical care settings. Research design: A descriptive explanatory design used to conduct this study. Setting: The study was conducted at pediatric critical care settings namely: Neonatal intensive care unit, Pediatric intensive care units and Emergency unit at Children's Hospital affiliated to Ain Shams University Hospitals.