Medication Management Procedures Flashcards

Under California Title 22, who is responsible for ensuring that medications are stored safely in an RCFE?

Answer: The licensed administrator

The licensed administrator is ultimately responsible for ensuring safe medication storage in compliance with Title 22 regulations.

When a resident in an RCFE is prescribed a new controlled substance, what documentation is required before administering the first dose?

Answer: A written physician's order signed by the prescribing provider

A written, signed physician's order is required before a controlled substance can be administered to a resident.

An RCFE resident refuses to take their prescribed medication. What is the correct staff response?

Answer: Document the refusal and notify the physician and responsible party

Resident refusal must be documented, and the physician and responsible party must be notified. Forcing medication or deceiving the resident violates resident rights.

How often must an RCFE review and reconcile a resident's medication list with current physician orders?

Answer: At least every six months or when medications change

Medication reconciliation should occur at least every six months and whenever medications are added, changed, or discontinued.

Which of the following is an example of a medication error that must be reported in an RCFE?

Answer: A resident receives another resident's prescription medication

Administering another resident's medication is a serious medication error requiring immediate reporting to the physician and documentation.

Under Title 22, what is the minimum requirement for staff who assist residents with self-administration of medications in an RCFE?

Answer: They must have completed a state-approved medication training course

Staff assisting with medication self-administration must complete a state-approved medication training course, which does not require nursing licensure.