EP3 Medication verification

MM.03.01.01 The hospital safely stores medications.
- EP2 Medication storage
- EP3 Secured storage
MM.03.01.03 The hospital safely manages emergency medications.
- EP1 Emergency medications
- EP6 Stocking emergency medications
MM.05.01.01 A pharmacist reviews the appropriateness of all medication orders for medications to be dispensed in the hospital.
- EP4 Review of medication orders
MM.05.01.07 The hospital safely prepares medications.
MM.05.01.09 Medications are labeled.
MM.05.01.11 The hospital safely dispenses medications.
- EP2 Dispensing medications
MM.06.01.01 The hospital safely administers medications.

The individual administering the medication performs the following before the medication is administered:

Verifies that the medication selected matches the medication order and product label
Visually inspects the medication for particulates, discoloration, or other loss of integrity
Verifies that the medication has not expired
Verifies that no contraindications exist
Verifies that the medication is being administered at the proper time, in the prescribed dose, and by the correct route
Discusses any unresolved concerns about the medication with the patient’s licensed independent practitioner, prescriber, or staff involved with the patient's care, treatment, and services.

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