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Ensuring safe and correct labeling in hospital operating rooms (ORs) is among the most significant ways to reduce medication errors and protect patient safety. The session will cover the importance of proper labeling for medication and equipment to prevent errors, improve safety, and comply with regulatory requirements. Participants will learn about best practices for labeling, including technology and designs, and how to implement them in their work environments. The session will also discuss common labeling mistakes and how to avoid them.

Learning Objectives:

1. Evaluate the critical importance of safe labeling in an OR setting.

2. Assess common labeling mistakes in hospital operating rooms ORs and develop strategies to avoid them.

3. Analyze several technology and label designs and assess their effectiveness and applicability.

4. Identify the use of data in safe labeling and its contribution to improving outcomes.