Review should include medication, DME, devices, and supplies that are
- expired
- discontinued
- slow-moving/out-of-rotation
- overstocked
- damaged
- recalled.
See ASHP 3.2.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the differences among expired, discontinued, and recalled items?
- What are reasons for discontinuing or recalling items?
- How are recalled drugs identified?
- What is the standard procedure for inspecting nursing units for expired, discontinued, or recalled medications?
- What are the three drug-recall classes?
- Who issues recalls on medications and/or medical equipment?