OPTIONAL: Watkins - Ch. 5 - Prescriptions and Labels

Question 1

What are verbal orders that are okay to adhere to?

Answer 1

1. STAT - in an emergency situation; dr must sign order as soon as possible.
2. Over the phone if supervisor approves.

Question 2

If you are given orders over the phone, what must you do to ensure you have written the correct info?

Answer 2

Ask the Dr to repeat it and repeat it back to the doctor.

Question 3

When are verbal orders absolutely prohibited?

Answer 3

Schedule II drugs (look up)

Question 4

What are standing orders?

Answer 4

Orders in place for routine circumstances; ex. before diagnostic test “NPO.” p.67

STILL MUST BE SIGNED OFF BY DR

Question 5

What are automatic stop orders?

Answer 5

Meds given for a limited time such as narcotics post surgery. No refills allowed unless dr orders new scrip.

Question 6

What is an inscription?

Answer 6

name of drug + dosage + qty to be dispensed. p.67

Question 7

Do med labels include the route of administration?

Answer 7

They do not IF the med is to be taken orally. If not orally, it will state what route to take.

Question 8

Labels should contain the TRADE NAME,

_______ ______, DOSAGE STRENGTH and FORM, ________, QUANTITY ,NDC number , and _____ ______ .

Answer 8

Generic name
Route (if not oral)
Lot Number