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Cology Mod 9
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Denominator | The bottom number in a fraction that represents the total number of equal parts |
| Documentation of Drug Administration | The process of recording the details of the medications administered to patients |
| Medication Errors Reporting (MER) Program | A program designed to report and track medication errors to improve patient safety |
| Medication Reconciliation | The process of comparing a patient’s current medications with new medications to prevent errors |
| Mixed Number | A whole number combined with a fraction |
| Numerator | The top number in a fraction indicating how many parts are being considered |
| Proportion | An equation that states that two ratios are equal |
| Ratio | A comparison of two quantities usually expressed as a fraction |
| Reporting of Medication Errors | The process by which medication errors are officially reported to ensure patient safety and prevent future errors |
| Responsibilities of Drug Administration | The duties healthcare providers must follow to ensure the safe and accurate administration of medications |
| Sentinel Events | Unexpected events that result in serious patient harm or death, often related to medication errors |
| Seven Rights of Medication Administration | The fundamental principles healthcare professionals must follow: right person, right medication, right dose, right time, right route, right reason, and right documentation |
| Unit-Dose Form | A medication form where each dose is individually packaged |
| Verify Your Calculations | Ensuring that all calculations related to medication dosages are correct before administration |