2.4.22 Identification of patients Estimated reading: 1 minute 1675 views Goal and purpose To avoid patient mix-ups, a secure procedure for identifying patients must be introduced. At least two identifiers should be used for identification, e.g. name, date of birth, a wristband with a barcode or similar. The procedure applies to all areas and is carried out before every medical intervention such as cannulation, blood transfusion, medication, diagnostic or therapeutic intervention, diet, radiotherapy. Area of application Description of the Resources Risks Documentation Responsibility and qualification Notes and comments Applicable documents Literature Terms Attachments 2.4.22 Identification of patients - Previous 2.4.21 Suspension and resumption of treatment proceedings Next - 2.4.22 Identification of patients 2.4.23 Transmission of critical results of diagnostic findings
