In conclusion , the availability of saline solutions has remained threatened due to some of the factors , such as high demand , disruptions of production , delayed supply chain , and producers ’ adverse financial incentives , thus affecting healthcare and patients .”
the clients that they are serving as well as concerning the allocation of available resources .
Future Considerations and Recommendations
Realistically , solutions to rectify the lack of saline solution , in the long run , mean emphasizing increasing production . This could somehow involve granting incentives to manufacturers so that they increase space and incorporate features that improve operations . Also , relationships between the public and private sectors may enhance the sharing of resources and ideas on how best to undertake projects . It is suggested that policy recommendations should also underscore the need for information sharing across the healthcare chain so that supply , demand , and contingency information is shared . Such steps will help prevent future shortages and ensure quality care is delivered to patients in the future .
In conclusion , the availability of saline solutions has remained threatened due to some of the factors , such as high demand , disruptions of production , delayed supply chain , and producers ’ adverse financial incentives , thus affecting healthcare institutions and patients . To solve these issues , the cooperation of manufacturers , healthcare , and politics should be encouraged to seek long-term solutions and minimize future shortages . Iodine solutions are used in therapy and are another example of why healthcare supply chain management should be very strong in crises . Keeping a constant stock of saline solution is therefore very important for the delivery of good-quality healthcare and , more importantly , to protect the health of citizens .
Kristina Pirollo-Ketchum , BA , AA , CHL , CRCST , is an independent consultant and principal of Ketchum Konsulting , LLC .
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