Understanding Prescription Writing

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What does a prescription designate?

  • The type of physician
  • The hospital or institution name
  • The patient's address and telephone number
  • The medication and dosage for a patient (correct)

What is the traditional symbol (℞) on a prescription used to represent?

  • The medication's expiration date
  • The word 'recipe' (correct)
  • The patient's name
  • The prescriber's name

What additional information may be included on a prescription or medication order for an infant, child, or an elderly person?

  • The patient's age, weight, and/or body surface area (BSA) (correct)
  • The patient's favorite toy
  • The patient's preferred medication flavor
  • The patient's favorite color

What are the typical components of a prescription written on preprinted forms?

<p>The prescriber's name and address (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are blank spaces on a prescription used for?

<p>To provide information about the patient, desired medication, and directions for use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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