Medication Aide Ch 9
Medication Errors
What is an example of a medication error outside of a medication aide's control? A pharmacist
incorrectly filling a prescription due to a difficult-to-read medication order
How can a medication aide take an active role in preventing medication errors? ...
What is an example of a medication error outside of a medication aide's control? A pharmacist
incorrectly filling a prescription due to a difficult-to-read medication order
How can a medication aide take an active role in preventing medication errors? Recognizing anything
unusual about a medication order and asking for confirmation from the nurse
What is an example of an error caused by a medication aide failing to follow instructions for use of a
medication? Using a pill splitter on a large enteric-coated tablet to make it easier for the resident to
swallow
Why should near misses be reported, even if an error was prevented? Because there may be a problem
with a process that can be fixed
What are examples of special instructions for medications? Administering certain medications with a full
glass of water, shaking certain liquid medications, and storing certain medications in the refrigerator
What is an example of an error caused by a medication aide failing to follow facility policy? Leaving a
medication cart unlocked and later discovering one blister pack of a resident's medication missing
How should you document the quantity 15 milligrams to reduce errors? 15 mg
How should a medication aide handle a question or concern from a resident's family member? Listen to
the question or concern and report it to the supervisor
Why is it important for a medication aide to report to the nurse if a resident does not feel a medication
is working properly? Reporting a resident's concern may lead to discovering a medication error, such as
an important filled prescription or dosage mistake
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