2 chapter Prescriptions and Medication Orders

Prescriptions and Medication OrdersJane F. Bowen, PharmD, BCPSL earning OBJeCtiveSAfter successful completion of this chapter , the student should be able to:1. Identify the components of a prescription and Medication order2. Verify that a prescriber s DEA number is correct3. Interpret abbreviations and symbols that are commonly used in Prescriptions and Medication orders4. Interpret Prescriptions and Medication Orders to determine how they need to be prepared5. Identify the components of a Medication label6. Calculate a patient s percent adherence to a prescribed regimenKey terMSDEA numberInstitute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)Joint CommissionPrescription and Medication Orders intrODuCtiOn anD DeFinitiOnSPrescriptions and Medication Orders are the primary means by which prescribers communicate with pharmacists regarding

by 2 (2 1 4 1 6 5 12; 12 3 2 5 24). Finally, add the results from the first two steps (9 1 24 5 33). The far right digit of this number (3) should be the same as the seventh digit of the DEA number (3). test yourself 2.2 Verify the following DEA registration numbers: 1. Name Address Refills Jane Rusky 309 South Street Date DOB 1/5/62 8/10/14 0 M.D.

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