Med Terms: ISMP and Do Not Use List Flashcards
1
Q
Trailing zeros should or should not be used when writing medications.
A
should not be used (could miss the decimal point)
2
Q
Should there be a zero before decimals if less than one?
A
Yes, always have a number value before a decimal
3
Q
Should you write out similar abbreviations?
Example) MS = morphine sulfate/magnesium sulfate
HS = half strength
hs = hours of sleep
QD = daily
QOD = every other day
A
Always write out if unsure
4
Q
T/F:
“Units” should be written out; instead of, u, iu, and ug.
A
True
