Which of the following medication pairs is an example of aLook-Alike, Sound-Alike (LASA) errorin which an antifungal drug is dispensed instead of an anesthetic drug?
Diflucan (fluconazole) is an antifungal, whileDiprivan (propofol) is a sedative/anesthetic used for surgery.
Look-Alike, Sound-Alike (LASA) errorsoccur when medications havesimilar names but different indications.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
B. Clonidine (BP medication) & Klonopin (anxiolytic)→ LASA error but not antifungal vs. anesthetic.
C. Metronidazole (antibiotic) & Metformin (diabetes drug)→ LASA error but different categories.
D. Amiloride (diuretic) & Amlodipine (BP medication)→ LASA error but different categories.
????Reference:ISMP List of High-Risk LASA Medications.
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