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Blesi8e Ch52 Terms
[MA3] Administering Medications [Tier 01]
Term | Definition |
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buccal | the mouth; oral cavity. |
dispense as written (DAW) | phrase indicating that substitutions for generics or similar medications are not allowed by the prescriber. |
enemas | the instillation of fluid into the rectum and colon |
Joint Commission | refers to the agency that has oversight for hospitals adhering to regulations that allow them to bill for Medicare reimbursement for medical services provided |
medication order | instructions written by a licensed provider for administration of a medication to a patient. |
narcotic | a drug capable of producing sleep and relieving pain or inducing unconsciousness and even death. |
ointment | a fatty, soft substance having antiseptic or healing properties |
parenteral | other than by mouth |
prescription | a written direction for the preparation of a medicine |
right documentation | always follows the administration of medications. A verification that all seven rights have been followed and documented in the chart. |
salve | an ointment |
Seven Rights | the seven elements that must be considered when administering medication. |
sublingual | under the tongue |
suppository | a medicated conical- or cylindrical-shaped material that is inserted into the rectum or vagina. |
topical | pertaining to a specific area; local |
transdermal | through the skin |