Atria Medication Training

A series of flashcards covering key concepts, definitions, and responsibilities from Atrius Medication Training.

Medication Assistance

Assistance with self-administration, self-administration by residents, and administration by a licensed nurse.

Preferred Pharmacy

Atria encourages residents to use the preferred pharmacy to ensure medications are correctly packaged and labeled.

Self Administration

When residents obtain, store, and take their own medications, sometimes with assistance from family members.

Medication Errors

Mistakes such as giving the wrong medication or incorrect dosage; they must be reported immediately.

Adverse Reactions

Unwanted effects from a medication that must be documented and reported.

Controlled Substances

Medications classified as having high potential for abuse or addiction, requiring special storage.

Over the Counter Medications

Medications available without a prescription, but still require a physician's order to help residents self-manage.

Pharmacology in the Elderly

Changes in the body due to aging that can affect how medications are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted.

Drug Interactions

When two or more medications interact in ways that lead to unwanted effects or diminish effectiveness.

EMAR

Electronic Medication Administration Record system used for documenting medication administration.

Infection Control Measures

Practices to prevent the spread of infection, including handwashing before and after providing medication assistance.

Privacy of Residents

Confidentiality regarding residents' health information and personal medication details.

Medication Labels

Information required on medication containers, including resident and prescriber names, medication name, dosage, and expiration date.

Side Effects

Predictable unwanted effects from medications that can occur alongside their intended effects.

Medication Documentation

The practice of recording medication administration details and any adverse effects or refusals.