In order to minimize the chance of inappropriate blood unit administration, it is imperative that at least four persons confirm the patient's name and blood type, unit's blood type, unit number, and expiration date prior to administration.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
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a. To lay the groundwork for future federal spending b. To eliminate overspending c. To eliminate fraud and/or abuse d. To employ accountants
If signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis occur rapidly in a patient, the EMT must realize that:
A) The reaction will likely be severe B) The reaction will likely be localized C) An increased amount of antigens is present in the patient's body D) Epinephrine will not be effective
Ophthalmic drugs must be isotonic so they do NOT cause:
A) burning B) itching C) swelling D) foaming
Which of the following is a way to inform the pharmacy staff about prescription errors?
Providing staff with materials from the ISMP Holding annual staff "in-services" to address medication errors Newsletters All of the above