Medication on demand (MOD) administration is indicated for a client in which of the following situations?
a. The client can manage his or her own medication routines.
b. Oral medication cannot be tolerated.
c. Pain is predictable, to reduce staffing time.
d. Pain is continuous, and high dosage is re-quired frequently.
A
Medication on demand (MOD) administration is used for the client who can manage his or her own medication routines. The facility pharmacy places multiple doses of oral medication in the MOD that locks to an IV pole for easy client access.
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