Medication Reconciliation

Abstract

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) stated that preventable medication errors are the most
common type of errors in healthcare. It is of fundamental significance when building a safer
care continuum, as it highlights the reason for continuous and more vigilant medication
reconciliation and required effort at all interfaces of care, including community. Without a
robust medication reconciliation process, the potential for catastrophic outcomes remains a
constant concern. Prevention of medication errors is essential through strategies that are based
in evidence of medication reconciliation strategies on medication errors in community