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ASAP Order As soon as possible but not an emergency
Aseptic technique procedure used to minimize the introduction of microbes
Automated dispensing system Computerized cabinet and integrated systems that control inventory
Computerized physician order entry computerized order entry
Crash Carts Moveable cart containing trays of materials used in life threatening situations
Electronic medication admin record computer program that automatically documents the administration of medication into a certified health record
Floor Stock Drugs not labeled for a specific patient and maintained at a nursing station
Formulary A list of approved drugs
Institutional Pharmacy A pharmacy in facilities in which patients receive care on site
Investigational drug A drug that has not been approved by the FDA
Medication Order A prescription written for administration in a hospital or institution
NKA No known allergies
NKDA No known drug allergies
Nonformulary Medications Drugs that are not approved for use within an institution unless specific exceptions are filed and accepted by institutional protocols
Parenteral Medication Medication that bypasses the digestive system but is inteded for systemic action
Periodic automatic replenishment A set level of certain medications kept on hospital floors
PRN As needed
Protocol A set of standards and guidelines by which a facility operates
Pyxis An automated dispensing system often used in hospitals
Satellite Pharmacy A special pharmacy located away from the central pharmacy
Standing order Written procedure for drug or treatment that is to be used in a specific situation
Stat Order A medication order that must be filled immediately within 10-15 minutes
SureMed An automated dispensing system often used in hospitals
The Joint Commission
Unit Dose An independent nonprofit organization that accredits hospitals and other health care facilities in the United States
United States Pharmacopeia A compendium of drug information published annually, comprising enforceable guidelines for the safe preparation of sterile products
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