Pharmacy and Medication Safety Flashcard

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What is the main goal of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)?

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Promote patient-centered safety and efficiency.

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What type of solution should never be given via IV?

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Hypertonic dextrose without monitoring.

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What does TPN stand for?

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Total parenteral nutrition.

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What does aseptic technique mean?

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Prevention of microbial contamination.

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What is the role of the pharmacist in sterile compounding?

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Final verification and oversight.

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What is the purpose of compounding in pharmacy?

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To create customized medications tailored to individual patient needs.

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What is the significance of the DEA in pharmacy?

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The DEA regulates controlled substances to prevent abuse and ensure safe use.

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What is the difference between isotonic, hypotonic, and hypertonic solutions?

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Isotonic solutions have the same osmotic pressure as body fluids, hypotonic solutions have lower osmotic pressure, and hypertonic solutions have higher osmotic pressure.

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What is the importance of medication storage conditions?

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Proper storage conditions maintain medication efficacy and safety.

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What is the role of a pharmacy technician?

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To assist pharmacists in dispensing medications and managing pharmacy operations.