Bridges to the Future Transitional Care Program Medication Management bridges.jpg Children$!27s+Hospital+Foundation.jpg MagnetRecognitionLogoCMYKSMALL.jpg Important Information •The information in this presentation is offered to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. •Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment, dietary change or exercise program, or with any questions regarding medical conditions or information in this workshop. •While Norton Healthcare, Inc., has attempted to ensure the accuracy of this information, it makes no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of the information reported. 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Managing medication is vital for people with complex or chronic medical conditions. capsules,drugs,healthcare,pharmaceuticals,pills,prescriptions,tablets,vials clipped images,cropped images,cropped pictures,drugs,healthcare,icons,medical,medicine,pharmaceuticals,PNG,prescriptions,symbols,transparent background,web elements Managing Your Meds bridges.jpg Names of Medications Chemical name : N-acetyl-p-aminophenol Generic name: acetaminophen Brand name : Tylenol aspirins,bottles,drug stores,healthcare,medications,medicine,objects,pain relievers,pharmacies,Photographs,pills bridges.jpg Create a Medication Log .Name of Medication .Date & Time Taken .Dosage Taken .Any observations .Any side effects .Other comments bridges.jpg Bridges Binder Medication List Medication name Prescription number Prescribing doctor’s name Pharmacy contact info Side Effects Refills Instructions Cost bridges.jpg Take Medications to Office Visits Either take the medications in original containers or make sure to include updated info in your Bridges Binder and take it with you to office visits. bottles,drugs,health,healthcare,jobs,medications,medicine,occupations,people at work,persons,pharmaceuticals,pharmacists,photographs,pill bottles,pills,prescription drugs,prescription medications,prescription medicines,prescriptions,women bridges.jpg The Right Way to Take Meds You have to make sure that you: take the right medicine in the right dosage, in the right way , at the right time! bridges.jpg Be on Time! http://officeimg.vo.msecnd.net/en-us/images/MH900442379.jpg Schedule your medication around things you do every day such as taking it each morning with breakfast if you eat at about the same time every day. bridges.jpg Pay Close Attention “Take full course” = Finish entire contents of prescription even if you are feeling better., especially with antibiotics. “Take with food” = Take after eating. Some meds cause side effects on an empty stomach. “Take four times a day” = Take meds 4 different times daily , such as breakfast, lunch, dinner & before bed. “Take every four hours” = Take 6 times in 24 hours with about 4 hours between doses, even if you must wake up. bridges.jpg Be Consistent! .Don’t skip your meds. .Take them at about the same time daily. .Don’t take too little or too much! .Missing a dose could have a harmful effect on your health. bridges.jpg capsules,healthcare,medicine,Photographs,pills,prescriptions Other Instructions bottles,medications,medicines,Photographs,prescriptions,spoons MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS! “Keep refrigerated.” “Shake well before using.” “May cause drowsiness.” bridges.jpg Don’t Forget!!! ambulances,emergencies,medical technicians,vehicles,EMTs,facial expressions,gurneys,healthcare,medicine,nights,occupations,paramedics,patients,people,transportation,vehicles Alcohol, nicotine and many other drugs such as marijuana, cocaine and meth can interact with medications and cause severe reactions and/or death! DON’T RISK IT!! bridges.jpg Understanding Side Effects Keeping Up with Refills Safely Storing Meds Safely Disposing of Meds capsules,drugs,hands,healthcare,medications,medicines,pharmaceuticals,photographs,pills,prescriptions What Else Do I Need to Know? bridges.jpg Pay Attention to Side Effects! drugs,healthcare,males,medicines,men,occupations,people,pharmaceuticals,pharmacies,pharmacists,pharmacy technicians,photographs,prescriptions,smocks Be sure to read the printed information that accompanies your prescriptions and pay close attention to details about possible side effects. bridges.jpg Safe Storage Always store medication in the container in which it was dispensed by the pharmacist. Do not remove the label until the medication is finished. addiction,antibiotics,capsules,cures,drug stores,fotolia,healthcare,medications,narcotics,overdose,pharmaceuticals,prescriptions,relief,sicknesses,treatments,vitamins,supplements,pain killers bridges.jpg Keep Away from Children Always keep meds in a safe place, out of the reach or sight of children! bridges.jpg chemicals,crossbones,households,Photographs,poisons,skull and crossbones,skulls,symbols,warnings Safe Storage A bathroom cabinet is NOT a good place to store meds because of steam and heat from showers and baths. Most medications should be stored in cool, dry places. bridges.jpg Taking Meds Away from Home drugs,healthcare,medicines,pharmaceuticals,pills,prescriptions,tablets Typically, schools require that the medication be brought to the school in the original packaging as dispensed by the pharmacist. bridges.jpg Safely Dispose of Old Meds! Do not flush medication down the toilet, as this contaminates water supplies. bridges.jpg Medication Errors • Missed or wrong medication • Wrong amount of medication • Medication taken at wrong time or in the wrong manner • Discontinued medication taken • Outdated medication taken • Medication contaminated 3-Ds,caducei,clipped images,healthcare,icons,medicine,occupations,PowerPoint,PresentationPro,symbols,backgrounds,web elements bridges.jpg How to Handle Major Medication Errors Immediately contact: .Your Health Care Provider, .The Poison Control Center . Emergency 911 http://officeimg.vo.msecnd.net/en-us/images/MH900309259.jpg bridges.jpg National Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222 chemicals,crossbones,households,Photographs,poisons,skull and crossbones,skulls,symbols,warnings bridges.jpg New Medications bridges.jpg drugs,expressions,healthcare,lab coats,medications,medicines,occupations,people,pharmacies,pill bottles,smiles,women .Why it is being prescribed .What is the correct dosage .Are there any special instructions .What side effects are possible .What should you do if you miss a dose .How many refills are available .Is it covered by your insurance .How much will it cost Handling Prescriptions Asian,computers,drugs,healthcare,medications,medicines,men,PCs,people at work,persons,pharmaceuticals,pharmacies,pharmacists,Photographs,prescriptions,technologies bridges.jpg .If the doctor gives you a written prescription you will need to take it to the pharmacy to get it filled. .Be sure to take your insurance card with you. There may be a co-pay. .If you will be taking the medication for a while, the prescription will probably have refills. Handling Refills bridges.jpg .You will want to make sure you order your refill before your medication is gone so you don’t miss any doses. .Mark your calendar to remind you of when to call in your prescription refill. .Call to order your refills as early as your insurance company allows. (Some insurers only allow refills when you have 2-3 days of medication remaining.) Time-Saving Tip bridges.jpg When your doctor wants you to take medication, ask during the office visit if the provider’s staff can transmit the prescription to your pharmacy via fax, computer or phone. anxious,assignments,businesses,clocks,concepts,deadlines,due,Fotolia,hurries,late,offices,overtime,Photographs,rushes,times,watches,works,worries Special Circumstances drugs,equipments,medicines,needles,syringes,injections,sterile,healthcare Prescriptions for controlled substances cannot be faxed and their use is carefully monitored. bridges.jpg Your Concerns are Important! .If you have any concerns or questions, talk to your health care providers and pharmacist! . 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