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What does the term "STAT" signify in a medical context?
What does the term "STAT" signify in a medical context?
- Immediately (correct)
- Start immediately
- Slowly administer
- Scheduled dosing
When reviewing a prescription for completeness, what is primarily assessed?
When reviewing a prescription for completeness, what is primarily assessed?
- Type of medication prescribed
- Pharmacy's licensing status
- The patient's age and weight
- Presence of required information (correct)
Which of the following phrases can indicate an urgent need for medication?
Which of the following phrases can indicate an urgent need for medication?
- In due time
- Now (correct)
- As needed
- For review
What does the validity of a prescription primarily assess?
What does the validity of a prescription primarily assess?
Which of the following does NOT relate to dangerous drug prescriptions?
Which of the following does NOT relate to dangerous drug prescriptions?
What action is taken when evaluating a prescription for dangerous drugs?
What action is taken when evaluating a prescription for dangerous drugs?
In what context would 'ASAP' be used in relation to medication?
In what context would 'ASAP' be used in relation to medication?
What is one key aspect of compliance in prescription review?
What is one key aspect of compliance in prescription review?
What is a key responsibility of pharmacists in the inpatient setting?
What is a key responsibility of pharmacists in the inpatient setting?
Why might a patient seek help from a pharmacist without a prescription?
Why might a patient seek help from a pharmacist without a prescription?
What is one aspect pharmacists must consider when managing prescriptions?
What is one aspect pharmacists must consider when managing prescriptions?
What may indicate a patient's need for over-the-counter medication?
What may indicate a patient's need for over-the-counter medication?
In the context of pharmacy services, what is a critical element of patient interaction?
In the context of pharmacy services, what is a critical element of patient interaction?
Which of the following is NOT typically a duty of a pharmacist?
Which of the following is NOT typically a duty of a pharmacist?
How should pharmacists manage a new order in relation to existing orders?
How should pharmacists manage a new order in relation to existing orders?
What might motivate a patient to visit a pharmacy without prior consultation with a physician?
What might motivate a patient to visit a pharmacy without prior consultation with a physician?
How long is a prescription for maintenance medication valid if issued for a 1-month supply?
How long is a prescription for maintenance medication valid if issued for a 1-month supply?
What is the typical duration for which antibiotics are prescribed?
What is the typical duration for which antibiotics are prescribed?
What piece of information is especially important for pediatric patients in prescriptions?
What piece of information is especially important for pediatric patients in prescriptions?
What does the Rx symbol stand for?
What does the Rx symbol stand for?
Which of the following is NOT included in the superscription of a prescription?
Which of the following is NOT included in the superscription of a prescription?
Why is weight a critical detail for prescriptions in pediatric patients?
Why is weight a critical detail for prescriptions in pediatric patients?
Which of the following describes the origin of the Rx symbol?
Which of the following describes the origin of the Rx symbol?
Which of the following correctly classifies the validity of maintenance medication prescriptions?
Which of the following correctly classifies the validity of maintenance medication prescriptions?
What is the main purpose of the Generics Act of 1988?
What is the main purpose of the Generics Act of 1988?
Where should the brand name be placed when included in a prescription according to the guidelines?
Where should the brand name be placed when included in a prescription according to the guidelines?
Who is required to write prescriptions using generic names according to the Generics Act of 1988?
Who is required to write prescriptions using generic names according to the Generics Act of 1988?
What is a violation regarding generic prescribing?
What is a violation regarding generic prescribing?
How must generic names be written in prescriptions?
How must generic names be written in prescriptions?
What is considered an erroneous practice in generic prescribing?
What is considered an erroneous practice in generic prescribing?
What should be avoided when writing prescriptions as per the Generics Act of 1988?
What should be avoided when writing prescriptions as per the Generics Act of 1988?
What does the Generics Act of 1988 require from government health agencies?
What does the Generics Act of 1988 require from government health agencies?
What is the primary purpose of a prescription?
What is the primary purpose of a prescription?
Which of the following best describes a medication order?
Which of the following best describes a medication order?
According to the regulations, which of the following individuals can issue a prescription?
According to the regulations, which of the following individuals can issue a prescription?
What must a prescription contain to be effective?
What must a prescription contain to be effective?
How does a prescription differ from a medication order?
How does a prescription differ from a medication order?
What is required for a prescription to be legally valid?
What is required for a prescription to be legally valid?
Which of these components is NOT part of the prescription requirements?
Which of these components is NOT part of the prescription requirements?
What does AO No. 62 s. 1989 specify about prescriptions?
What does AO No. 62 s. 1989 specify about prescriptions?
Study Notes
Controlled Substances Prescription Completeness
- A controlled substances prescription must contain all required information.
STAT Orders
- STAT is an abbreviation of the Latin term "statim", meaning "immediately".
- STAT, ASAP, "start immediately" and "now" can indicate an urgent need for medication.
- In inpatient settings, different prescriptions may require different urgencies.
- This involves prioritizing drug orders by comparing the urgency of a new order with the urgency of all other orders.
Parts of a Prescription
- A prescription serves as a communication tool for the prescriber to instruct the dispenser of the medication.
- A valid prescription must contain complete information on the patient, prescriber, and medication.
- A medication order is a written request by a physician on an order form or given verbally in an inpatient setting.
- A medication order is synonymous with a prescription, often used in inpatient settings.
Prescriber Information
- Prescriber information is the first key component of a prescription.
Patient Information
- Required patient information on a prescription include full name, address, contact details, age, sex, weight, and height.
- Weight and height are particularly important for pediatric patients, especially those below 12 years old, for dosage calculation.
Superscription
- The Rx symbol appears on the upper left side of a prescription.
- The superscription is a Latin word "recipe," meaning "take thou" or "you take."
- The Rx symbol is also believed to have originated from the Eye of Horus, an Ancient Egyptian symbol associated with healing powers.
Generic Prescribing
- The Generics Act of 1988 promotes and encourages the use of generic names in prescribing and dispensing drugs.
- The FDA-recognized generic name must be written after the Rx symbol.
- The brand name may be indicated in addition to the generic name, enclosed in parentheses.
- The brand name is written below the generic name for prescriptions, and after the generic name for medication orders.
Violations to Generic Prescribing
- Erroneous: Using only brand names.
- Violative: Using only the generic name for a specific prescription.
- Impossible: Using only the generic name for a specific medication order.
- Erroneous: Using a combination of the generic name and brand name for a specific prescription or medication order.
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Test your knowledge on the completeness of controlled substances prescriptions, the urgency of STAT orders, and the essential parts of a prescription. This quiz covers critical concepts in medication management and prescriber communication.
