Drug administration

Question 1

immunization reporting requirements

Answer 1

Patients 18 or younger: MUST report to NYS immunization system

Patients 19 or older: require patient consent to report to NYS immunization system.

if pt does not consent, must report the immunization to their PCP

Question 2

Meds pharmacists can administer

Answer 2

RPh with an immunization certificate may administer epinephrine in the case of anaphylaxis to pts 18 or older

Question 3

Is a collaborative practice agreement/other required for vaccine admin?

Answer 3

Patient specific or non-patient specific order by a licensed physician or NP

Question 4

Facility requirements for vaccine admin

Answer 4

1.) private area
2.) posting of the most recent adult immunization schedule
3.) education materials on flu vaccination for children

Question 5

There are protections that allow pharmacists to administer these drugs in the case of an emergency:

Answer 5

Naloxone
Epinephrine
PrEP

Question 6

dispensing PEP

Answer 6

may dispense up to a 7 day supply of PEP pursuant to a non-patient specific order and protocol