Exam 2 Flashcards
What is in MAR column 1?
Client name and DOB
What is in MAR column 2?
Medication and dosage
What is in MAR column 3?
Schedule
What is in MAR column 4?
Route and nurse initials
What is in MAR column 5?
Time, site, and initials
What are the 7 components of a medication order?
- Client name and DOB
- Date and time of order
- Name of medication
- Dose of medication
- Route of medication
- Time/frequency of administration
- Prescriber signature
What are the 6 Rights of medication administration?
- Right person
- Right drug
- Right dosage
- Right route
- Right time
- Right documentation
What are the action steps when errors occur?
- Report immediately
- Remedial measures instituted immediately
- Reason must be determined
- Incident/accident report
- Corrective policies instituted
How can you tell the difference between brand (trade) and generic names?
Brand name has the “R”
How can you tell if a drug is a controlled substance?
It will have a “C” on the label
What is the route of a medication?
How it is taken (by mouth, injection, etc.)
What is the form of a drug?
Tablet, capsule, topical, suppository, injection, etc
What is the equation to convert Fahrenheit to Celsius?
(F-32) / 1.8 = C
What is the equation to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit?
(1.8 x C) + 32 = F
How many mg is in a gram?
1,000 mg
How many milliliters is in one ounce?
30 mL
How many pounds are in one kilogram?
2.2 lb
How many milliliters are in one teaspoon?
5 mL
How many micrograms are in one milligram?
1,000 mcg
What is the equation of the formula method?
D x Q / H = X
What is the “D” in the formula method?
The desired dosage ordered
What is “H” in the formula method?
The dosage strength you have available
What is “Q” in the formula method?
Quantity or volume of the dosage strength available (mL)
What is the “X” in the formula method?
The unknown value of liquid, tablets, or capsules
