Sabah Health Department apologises over medication dispensing error
20 Aug 2022 05:43pm
There was a mix-up between the patient and his wife’s appointment books, which caused confusion. - Photo: 123RF
Health director Datuk Dr Rose Nani Mudin said she was concerned over the issue and based on the investigation there was a communication breakdown between the medical officer on duty and the patient.
"The medical officer read through the appointment book brought by the patient to the Felda Sahabat Health Clinic, in which it was recorded the 'patient' is on medication for diabetes.
"We suspect there was a mix-up between the patient and his wife’s appointment books, which caused confusion and as a result, the medical officer continued to prescribe the medication for diabetes, when in actual fact, he has a history of high blood pressure and prostate enlargement,” she said in a statement here today.
Dr Rose Nani said by right, the medical condition and medication being dispensed should be explained to the patient and his family by the medical officer.
"If this step had been taken there wouldn’t be any confusion," she added.
As such she said, Sabah Health Department will ensure that medical officers on duty in the state, especially those in rural areas, attend regular training on treating patients and effective communication skills. - BERNAMA
