Clinical summary Flashcards
1
Q
Should you write the dose in abbreviations e.g. QDS or out in full?
A
Write out in full
2
Q
Can you write the units of dose out in abbreviations?
A
Yes, as long as it is:
- Mg
- Ml
- g
Nothing else
3
Q
On a TTO should you fill out the quantity dispensed column?
A
Nope
4
Q
Should you abbreviate the route of the drug?
A
Never for oral, or intrathecal, can do for others
5
Q
In the dose column of a TTO, what should you write?
A
The dose in whatever form it is, so 1 tablet, 2 capsules etc.
6
Q
For PRN oramorph, what should you write in the number of days column?
A
??The dose
?? 7-14 days
7
Q
What do you need to include on a CD prescription?
A
Schedule 2 and above, schedule 3 and 4 are exempt.
- Patient name and address
- Form and strength of drug
- Total quantity (or total no. of dosage units) in words and figures
- Dose of drug
