The new nurse is beginning her orientation on a medical-surgical ...

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The new nurse is beginning her orientation on a medical-surgical unit. What is most important for the nurse to know regarding hospital policies concerning controlled substances? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Controlled substances are usually stored in a double-locked area.
  b. A count of all controlled substances is performed at specific times, usually monthly.
  c. The facility must keep a record of every dose of a controlled substance that is administered.
  d. Handling and storage of controlled substances is regulated by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).

Question 2

What is/are the primary roles of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Regulate the testing, manufacture, and sale of all medications
  b. Monitor safety and effectiveness of medications available to consumers
  c. Manage the storage and handling of controlled substances
  d. Manage the sale and regulation of all herbal remedies

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Answer to Question 1

A, C, D
Controlled substances must be stored, handled, disposed of, and administered according to regulations established by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). Controlled substances must be stored in locked drawers with a second locked area. This process is known as double-locking. The facility must also keep a record of every dose administered. A count of all controlled substances is performed at specified times, usually at change of shift (not monthly).

Answer to Question 2

A, B
The FDA of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulates the testing, manufacturing, and sale of all medications. This agency also monitors the safety and effectiveness of medications available to consumers. This process helps to ensure that ineffective or unsafe drugs are not marketed or are recalled, if later found unsafe. However, many medicinal products are not regulated by the FDA. For example, herbal remedies and some naturopathic supplements are considered food products and are not regulated, even though they are advertised as having health benefits. The management of controlled substances is under the auspices of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

[geoffrey]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

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