Think Critically 1. An elderly patient has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. When she is admitted to the hospita

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Think Critically 1 An Elderly Patient Has Been Diagnosed With Rheumatoid Arthritis When She Is Admitted To The Hospita 1 (94.7 KiB) Viewed 37 times

Think Critically 1. An elderly patient has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. When she is admitted to the hospital, she tells the nurse she takes OTC NSAIDs but cannot remember the names of the medications. Because polypharmacy is a problem with many elderly adults, what steps should be taken by the hospital pharmacy to find out what other medications the patient is already taking? 2. Mark is an IV specialist working in a home infusion pharmacy. When he gets an order to prepare a TPN for a 7-year-old girl, he accidentally draws up the strength of the ingredients listed instead of the calculated volumes needed. What will be the consequences if this error is not caught? 3. Each individual reacts differently to medications. Metabolism changes occur over time. A technician should pay special attention to the preparation and administration of drugs for the older adult. List three factors that could lead to serious cumulative effects with medications in the elderly. Briefly explain the results of each. Short Answers 1. List the five basic rights involving medication safety. 2. Why would a patient try to use medical supplies intended for single use more than once, and what risks are associated with this practice? 3. The FDA has recommended new labeling on over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medications for children. What does the new label say? 4. List the five guidelines used to share information with healthcare professionals about potentially dangerous events.