The Seven Rights Flashcards
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A QMAP is checking "Right Resident" but the photo ID looks slightly different from the resident. What should they do?
Answer: Use a second identifier or ask a knowledgeable staff member to verify before administering
When primary identification is uncertain, use additional verification methods.
At which points should the QMAP compare the medication label to the MAR?
Answer: When selecting, when preparing, and immediately before administering
The three-check system requires verification at selection, preparation, and administration.
A staff member says the Seven Rights are unnecessary with the new electronic MAR system. Is this correct?
Answer: No, the Seven Rights must still be followed regardless of documentation system
The Seven Rights are fundamental safety principles that must be followed regardless of technology.
A resident takes metFORMIN and metroNIDAZOLE. Which right is most critical in preventing a mix-up?
Answer: Right Medication
The Right Medication check is specifically designed to verify the correct drug, critical with similar-sounding names.
A QMAP has been giving the same resident medications for months and knows the routine. Why must all Seven Rights checks still be performed?
Answer: Orders can change, conditions evolve, and complacency is a leading cause of errors
Complacency from routine is one of the most dangerous causes of errors. Orders change and conditions evolve.
Which additional "right" emphasizes the duty to educate the resident about their medication?
Answer: Right to Know (Right Education)
The Right to Know recognizes that residents should be informed about their medications and have questions answered.