ARF Medication Management Flashcards

How must medications in an ARF be labeled?

Answer: Each medication must be in its original labeled container with the resident's name, drug name, dose, and prescriber

All medications must remain in their original labeled containers showing the resident's name, drug name, dosage, and prescriber's information.

What must be documented in the MAR each time staff assist a resident with medication?

Answer: The date, time, medication name, dose given, and the initials of the staff member who assisted

Every medication assistance event must be documented in the MAR with date, time, medication, dose, and the assisting staff member's initials.

Which of the following is NOT permitted when an ARF assists a resident with medications?

Answer: Crushing medication and hiding it in food without the resident's knowledge

Covertly administering medication by hiding it in food without the resident's knowledge violates the resident's right to informed consent.

What must an ARF do when a resident is discharged regarding their medications?

Answer: Send all current medications with the resident or their legal representative

Upon discharge, all of the resident's medications must be sent with the resident or transferred to their legal representative.

How frequently must an ARF review each resident's medication regimen?

Answer: At least annually or whenever there is a change in the resident's condition or medications

Medication regimens must be reviewed at least annually and whenever there is a change in the resident's condition or prescriptions.

What must an ARF do if it cannot safely manage a resident's complex medication needs?

Answer: Refer the resident to a higher level of care that can safely meet their medication needs

If an ARF cannot safely manage a resident's medication needs, it must refer the resident to an appropriate higher level of care.