Page 39 - FPGEE Management Q&A Book

www.pharmacyexam.com Krisman

packaging, and nomenclature; compounding;
dispensing; distribution; administration; education; Yang food
monitoring; and use.”
1. Dry food
While the definition of a medication error may vary 2. Food growing below ground
from one organization to the next, definitions are 3. Salty or sour food
consistent in terms of noting that a medication 4. Food grown in cold climates
error can occur at any point in the medication use
process. Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese method of
healing. It aims to prevent and cure specific
The medication use process is inclusive of a series of diseases and conditions by sticking very fine, solid
10 key elements, as defined by the ISMP, that form needles into specific points on the body.
the framework by which medications are processed
within the health care system and utilized by Moxibustion is the traditional Chinese medical
patients It is critical to understand these key therapy utilizing moxa, or mugwort herb. The
elements when discussing medication safety and mugwort is usually aged and ground up to a fluff,
examining factors that potentially contribute to burned as is, or further processed into a stick that
medication errors. A deficiency in any step of the resembles a cigar, but is not smoked. It can be used
medication use process has the potential to indirectly, with acupuncture needles, or is
contribute to the occurrence of a medication error. sometimes burnt on the skin.

Key Elements of the Medication-Use System Reflexology is a form of massage in which pressure
is applied to certain parts of the feet and hands in
1. Patient information order to promote relaxation and healing elsewhere
2. Drug information in the body. It is a science based on the belief that
3. Communication of drug information each part of the body is interconnected through the
4. Drug labeling, packaging, and nomenclature nervous system to the hands and feet. Stimulating
5. Drug storage, stock, standardization, and specific reflex points in the feet can bring needed
distribution nutrients to poorly functioning areas of the body.
6. Drug device acquisition, use, and monitoring This can help restore balance throughout the body.
7. Environmental factors
8. Staff competency and education 60. (d) All. The benefits of Prescription Drug
9. Patient education Monitoring Program may include:
10. Quality processes and risk management
1. Improved safety to patients from possible
59.(c) Macrobiotics are popularized in Japan. Foods inadvertent overdose that might occur when
are divided into yin or yang. By balancing yin and multiple providers are prescribing medications.
yang foods, one has an opportunity to achieve a
balanced diet. Examples of such foods are: 2. The ability to intervene in the area of addiction
and help patients to identify their overuse problem
Yin food and seek help on their own.

1. Fruits and leaves 3. Improved physician prescribing satisfaction that
2. Hot aromatic food comes with being informed of the patient’s proper
3. Food containing water or improper use of addictive medications.
4. Food grown in hot climates
61. (a,b,c and d) Medication errors may or may not
contribute to the development of an adverse drug

84