MINIMED
About the project
In the Netherlands, improper medication use is a major concern, standing as the third leading cause of death in the country. In 2019 alone, approximately 50,000 hospital admissions were recorded due to the improper use of medication (De Rijksoverheid). Consequently, there is a pressing need for substantial changes in implementing standard practices within the field of medicine. In response, this research focuses on the specific subcategory of reducing knowledge-based medication errors within the target group of parents administering medication to their children in the home-environment.
Minimed is designed to gather data on the understanding
Minimed is designed to gather data on the understanding process of medication-related instructions through the incorporation of visuals, categorizing information by frequently asked questions, and employing spatial arrangement as opposed to the conventional medication leaflet. Utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods, the study aims to gather insights into efficiency, information recall, as well as underlying perspectives. Building upon the information that 50–70.2% of medication-related harm can be prevented through comprehensive systematic approaches (WHO), a 2-step approach has been implemented in Minimed with the ‘5 Rights’ of safe medication administration positioned at the highest level in the hierarchy.
process of medication-related instructions through the incorporation of visuals, categorizing information by frequently asked questions, and employing spatial arrangement as opposed to the conventional medication leaflet. Utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research methods, the study aims to gather insights into efficiency, information recall, as well as underlying perspectives. Building upon the information that 50–70.2% of medication-related harm can be prevented through comprehensive systematic approaches (WHO), a 2-step approach has been implemented in Minimed with the ‘5 Rights’ of safe medication administration positioned at the highest level in the hierarchy.
PROJECT
Master 1.2 | Design
Research Project
EXPERT
Pediatrician Dr.
Lonneke Bokken
YEAR
Health | 2023
COACH
Daniel Tetteroo
