[Expert Solution]: Communication in Medication Administration…

Communication in Medication Administration The potential for medication error increases if clear and structured communication is not used because of the need to instantly interpret what someone else is saying. It is considered that there are five factors that contribute to error risk when verbally communicating in clinical environments. These are:  Use of abbreviations that do not appear in the ACSQHC Recommendations for Terminology, Abbreviations and Symbols used in the Prescribing and Administration of Medicines.  Unclear verbal exchanges  Noise and distractions  Transcription errors on medication charts  Incorrect pronunciation of medication names 1. Identify at least six principles for safe, clear and consistent terminology for medicines?