 Effective Practice
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A logging system includes duplicate dosage instruction sheets; one copy is given to the patient
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Benefits: - Duplicate system
- Copy to patient for reinforcement
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In practice at: Mt. Auburn Health Care @ Lexington (CareGroup)
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Effective Practice
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Sample medication label that is affixed to the drug includes space to document the name, dose of the medication, the number dispensed, and the administration instructions.
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Benefits: - Written instructions reinforce oral communication.
- Directions are adhered to the drug.
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In practice at: APG-Chelsea (BIDMC)
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