The ten rights of giving medication?

The Ten Rights of Medication Administration are a set of guidelines that help to ensure that medications are given safely and effectively. They were first developed in 1955 by the American Hospital Association (AHA) and have been updated several times since then. The current version of the Ten Rights was published in 2016.

The Ten Rights are:

1. Right patient

2. Right drug

3. Right dose

4. Right route

5. Right time

6. Right reason

7. Right patient education

8. Right documentation

9. Right storage

10. Right disposal

Each of the Ten Rights is important for preventing medication errors. For example, the right patient must be identified before any medication is given. This can be done by checking the patient's name, ID number, and date of birth. The right drug must be selected based on the patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. The right dose must be calculated based on the patient's weight, height, and other factors. The right route must be chosen based on the drug's formulation and the patient's condition. The right time must be determined based on the drug's pharmacokinetics and the patient's schedule. The right reason must be documented for each medication that is given. The right patient education must be provided to the patient so that they understand how to take the medication safely. The right documentation must be completed after each medication is given. The right storage conditions must be maintained for all medications. The right disposal methods must be used for all medications.

By following the Ten Rights of Medication Administration, healthcare professionals can help to ensure that medications are given safely and effectively.