Explanation should include
- how the order is received
- written on the PO form of the HCP form
- verbal order (VO)
- telephone order (TO)
- the four types of medication orders
- routine
- PRN
- stat
- single dose
- how to prevent misinterpretation of an order
- how to transcribe orders onto the MAR
- how to transmit the HCP order to the pharmacy.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is recommended if an MA must take a telephone or verbal order?
- Under what circumstances could an MA take an order for a new medication?