medication audits

What Areas are Reviewed During Medication Audits?

During a medication audit, several key areas are reviewed, including:
- Medication Storage: Ensuring medications are stored correctly to maintain their efficacy.
- Medication Administration: Verifying that medications are administered as prescribed and following the "five rights" of medication administration.
- Documentation: Ensuring accurate and complete documentation of medication administration.
- Medication Reconciliation: Reviewing the process of verifying patient medications at transitions of care.
- Adverse Drug Reactions: Monitoring and reporting any adverse drug reactions promptly.

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