Ch47 - SAFE MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION & ERROR REDUCTION

Question 1

COMPONENTS OF A MEDICATION PRESCRIPTION

Answer 1

the client’s full name
the date and time of the prescription
the name of the medication (generic or brand)
the strength and dosage of the medication
the route of administration
the time and frequency of administration: exact times or number of times per day
the quantity to dispense
the number of refills
the signature of the prescribing provider

Question 2

ROUTINE/STANDING PRESCRIPTION

Answer 2

identifies medications nurses give on a regular schedule with or without a termination date. Without a termination date, the prescription will be in effect until the provider discontinues it or discharges the client.

Question 3

TAKING A TELEPHONE PRESCRIPTION

Answer 3

only when absolutely necessary.
ensure prescription is complete
read it back to provider: client’s name, medication name, dosage, time to administer, frequency, and route
ensure correct spelling
enter prescription in client’s medical record