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In Medicine / College | 2025-07-07

A missed dose for an individual is documented on the medication record as:

A. An "X" in the appropriate date and time box.
B. The letter "O" in the appropriate date and time box.
C. The staff initials that are circled in the appropriate date and time box.
D. The letter "M" in the appropriate date and time box.

Asked by kenaaskew1975

Answer (2)

To document a missed dose on a medication record, use the letter 'M' in the appropriate date and time box. This notation indicates that the dose was missed and maintains accurate medication records. Other options like 'X' or 'O' are not standard for missed doses. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

To document a missed dose on a medication record, use the letter 'M' in the appropriate date and time box. This notation indicates that the dose was missed, ensuring clear communication among healthcare providers. Other options like 'X', 'O', and circling staff initials are not appropriate for indicating a missed dose.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-08

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