Ø Care and Storage of Medications (must be safely locked in a storage container or stored safely in client’s home)
1. Carefully read medication instructions regarding proper storage and/or
§ Avoid exposure to excessive light or heat
§ Keep refrigerated
§ Bottles must be capped
2. All prescription medications are to be labeled including:
§ Name, address, and telephone number of pharmacy
§ Name of physician
§ Name of patient
§ Strength and name of medication
§ Directions for use
§ Date filled
§ Prescription number
§ Expiration date
· Medication refills are requested 7 days prior to expiration date
· Reorder requests are to be completed via ‘high’ level health/T-log labeled “medication reorder needed!”