Double-Check, Every Time: Why "The Right Medication" is a Lifesaver In the fast-paced world of a medication aide, your routine is your strongest tool—but it can also be your greatest enemy. When you’ve administered hundreds of doses throughout a shift, it’s easy to let muscle memory take over. However, in our profession, "autopilot" is where errors happen. This week, we are focusing on one of the Six Rights of Medication Administration : The Right Medication.  Specifically, w

Janet is so happy to finally be home after a long day at work passing medication to 30 different clients. It had been a rough shift and...

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