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What's In a Name? For Newborns, Maybe Fewer Medical Errors

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U.S. News & World Report

July 13, 2015

Using more specific names for newborns may reduce hospital mix-ups by roughly a third, a new study suggests.
NICU Naming Conventions Cause Wrong-Patient Errors

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Newsweek

July 13, 2015

Prior research indicates that as much as 76 percent of retracted orders in the NICU are a result of patient misidentification.
Here’s What Happens When You Name Your Newborn Babygirl

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Time

July 13, 2015

A study from Pediatrics suggests that placeholder names can result in more medical errors, particularly for children born with conditions requiring intensive care.
Waiting To Pick Your Baby's Name Raises The Risk For Medical Mistakes

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National Public Radio

July 13, 2015

Parents sometimes choose a name at the first positive pregnancy test, while for others, it's a game-time decision, taking minutes to days after birth.
Babyboy, Babygirl’ Hospital Naming Conventions May Be Cause of Mix Ups

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The Washington Post

July 13, 2015

The potential mix-ups in hospitals may arise from naming conventions like "Babyboy" and "Babygirl," causing confusion among staff and parents.