Medication Flashcards
1
Q
Safety measures
A
Assess patient identity
medical history allergy history
Do not use medications prepared by others
monitor any adverse effect
counter check with another nursing staff
2
Q
3 checks
A
Before taking medication out from container
After taking medication from container
Before putting back into container
3
Q
5 rights
A
Right patient
Right route
Right dosage
Right frequency
Right drug
4
Q
P.r.n.
A
When required
5
Q
stat.
A
immediately
