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VA Sunshine Healthcare Network (VISN 8)
Mentioned in a privacy incident report created by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on February 14, 2013. Also cited in 369 other reports.
Report ID: PSETS0000085786, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Reported Entity: VISN 08 Miami, FL
Issue:
Patient A received a prescription inhaler intended for Patient B and used it. Update: NA
Outcome:
Facility has commenced an RCA. QM has advised staff on the respective floor of their responsibility. Notification letter has been mailed to patient.