Supply of Medicines From Hospital Flashcards
1
Q
When must a prescriber supply an Rx within?
A
72 hours
2
Q
When should an entry be made into a POR and what must be stated?
A
On the day or next day
Date of supply Name, quantity, dose, strength Prescriber and patients name and address Date on Rx Date Rx received
3
Q
What should be stated in the POR for request of a patient?
A
Date of supply
Name of patient
Name of drug, quantity, strength, dose, form
Nature of emergency
4
Q
Which drugs are not locked away in hospitals?
A
Meds in emergency kits IV fluids and irrigation solutions Inhalers GTN spray Creams
5
Q
What are the two types of emergency supply?
A
Request of prescriber
Request of patient
