Pharmacy Administration/Compounding Flashcards
Prescribing Error
When any action during the writing or dispensing of a prescription results in reduced efficacy of treatment or increased risk of patient harm compared to general accepted use of the drug
Omission Error
Prescribed dose is not administered as ordered
Wrong Time Error
Prescribed dose is not administered at the correct time
Unauthorized Drug Error
Wrong drug is administered to the patient.
Improper Dose Error
The patient receives an alternative dose than what was prescribed
Wrong Dosage Form Error
Prescribed route of administration of the drug is incorrect
Wrong Administration Technique Error
There are mistakes in administering the drug, resulting from lack of knowledge, performance deficits or improperly following protocol.
Deteriorated Drug Error
Potency of the drug is affected because it is either compromised or expired
What percentage of medication errors result from prescription errors?
2%
What percentage of medication errors result from miscommunication, improperly following procedures, and poor performance?
68%
Number of annual medication errors
1.5 million
Number of hospital deaths each year
400000
Wholesaler Purchasing
When many products are purchased at one time
Prime Vender Purchasing
Pharmacy and a single wholesaler establish a contractual relationship.
Use of Special Ordering
Included are investigational drugs, controlled substances, cytotoxic drugs and hazardous substances.
High alert medications
Heparin, opioids, potassium chloride injections, insulin, chemotherapeutic agents, and neuromuscular blockers
Medicare Part A
Covers hospital services (in-hospital stays, hospice care, long term care and some home healthcare).
Medicare part B
Covers doctor visits and services, outpatient care, medical services and preventative care.
Medicare Part C
Covers Medicare Advantage plans
Medicare Part D
Covers prescription drugs
Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs)
Plans limit coverage to an in-network of doctors for a fixed annual fee and/or copay for services
Preferred Provider Organizations (PPO)
Allow patients to see any in-network doctors or specialist without requiring a prior authorization
Point of Service (POS)
Combine PPO and HMO, allowing a patient to see an out-of-network service at a higher cost
PCN
Processor control number is used for network benefit routing and can change with the benefit being billed
