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Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Pharmacy Bulk System vs Unit-Dose System: Choosing the Optimal Medication Dispensing Method for Your Healthcare Facility

Pharmacy bulk system vs unit-dose system Pharmacy bulk system (container has multiple doses ie holds number of doses recommended/prescribed by doc) vs. unit-dose system (single dose) ie...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Solid Medications: Forms and Functions for Accurate Dosing and Administration

Solid medications: tablet (scored: ie easy to divide), capsule, time-release capsule, time-release tablet, enteric-coated tablet (special coating does not allow to dissolve until passes through the stomach),...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Complete Guide to Sublingual Medication Administration: Benefits, Precautions and Step-by-Step Process

Sublingual med administering: under tongue until absorbs (directly into bloodstream) Sublingual medication administration is the process of placing medication beneath the tongue, where it dissolves and is...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Buccal Medication Administration: Key Steps and Considerations for Optimal Absorption

Buccal med administering: between cheeks and gums, allows to absorb; needs to be dissolved completely Buccal medication administration is a route of medication delivery that involves placing...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

6 Essential Steps for Safe Medication Dispensing from Automated Systems

When removing med from automated dispenser: compare the med label to the MAR, check expiration date on med label, and document medication immediately after administering it When...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Dimensional Analysis in Healthcare: Calculating Dosages for Patient Safety

Calculating solid dosages use_____________ analysis dimensional analysis Calculating solid dosages typically involves the use of dimensional analysis. Dimensional analysis, also known as the factor-label method, involves using...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Convert Units of Measurement with Ease: Learn the Conversion Formula and Examples

X = qty/have x conversion (have )/conversion (desired) x desired X = qty/have x conversion (have )/conversion (desired) x desired The formula that you have provided is...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Medicine

Mastering Liquid Oral Medication Administration: Understanding Prescription Units and Nurse Measuring Units

Liquid oral medications: mcg, mg, g, mEq (prescribed) vs. nurses measure in mL, oz, tsp, and tbsp. calculate correct dose (cup, medicine spoon, calibrated oral syringe) When...