What is the MOST common type of medication error resulting in death accounting for over 40 percent of all medication error related deaths?
A) Incorrect drug route of the drug
B) Wrong dosage of the drug
C) Giving the wrong drug
D) Improper documentation of the drug
Answer: B
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