DVI-Station
Digital Verification for IV Medication Preparation
DVI-Station is a digital system designed to support the identification and preparation of intravenous medications at the point of care, addressing known risk points in IV workflows.
A Cutting-Edge Technology
DVI-Station is our smart device that integrates directly onto existing hospital medication carts. Using advanced computer vision, it accurately scans drug vials and displays key clinical information in real-time. Connected to our proprietary database, DVI-Station also delivers essential insights about each medication, helping clinicians reduce errors and ensure safe, informed IV preparation.
The Problem
The Problem
In operating rooms and routine clinical settings, medication errors can occur when drugs with similar appearances or packaging are stored near one another. Whether under acute time pressure or during everyday workflows, healthcare professionals may inadvertently select the wrong medication, leading to potentially harmful consequences for patients. The risk is amplified by repetitive tasks, cognitive load, and interruptions, where even a brief lapse in attention can result in serious outcomes.
Supporting the Seven Rights of Medication Administration
DVI-Station reinforces established safety principles by providing real visual verification and workflow support.
The Right Patient
Confirming that the medication prepared is intended for the correct patient prior to administration.
The Right Medication
Verifying that the drug in hand matches the prescribed medication, including name, formulation, and concentration.
The Right Dose
Confirming that the prepared dose corresponds to the prescribed amount before administration.
The Right Route
Ensuring the medication in hand is appropriate for the intended route of administration.
The Right Time
Confirming that the medication prepared is intended for the correct patient prior to administration.
The Right Documentation
Ensuring accurate recording of the medication prepared and administered, including dose, time, and route.
The Right Reason (Indication)
Confirming that the medication in hand aligns with the intended therapeutic purpose already determined by the clinician.
Resources
Literature Review of Medication Errors and Intravenous Therapy
Introduction
Medication-administration errors and complications associated with intravenous (IV) therapy
remain significant causes of patient harm worldwide. DVI-Stat aims to address these issues by
providing real-time monitoring of IV infusions and supporting safe medication delivery. This
literature review summarises published evidence on the prevalence, causes and economic
impact of medication errors, with emphasis on perioperative settings and the Canadian context.
Improving safety in the operating room: Medication icon labels increase visibility and discrimination
Introduction
Over seven million patients (da Silva and Krishnamurthy, 2016) are estimated to be affected by medication failures each year in the United States, with some studies suggesting even higher rates (Prakash et al., 2018). During an anesthetic, the rate of a medication error is 5.3% for all medications delivered in surgery, with three fourths of these considered preventable (Nanji et al., 2016). Misreading labels, syringes, and ampoules is reported to make up 54.4% of medication administration failures (Erdmann et al., 2016).