Pass those As Needed Medications and follow-up with an effective or not effective result
FAQ: How do I pass a PRN medication?
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Verify PRN Medication is Listed
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Make sure the PRN medication appears in the EMAR section under the medication list.
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Check the frequency column; it should be bolded and display as PRN.
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Navigate to MedPass
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Go to the MedPass section where you'll find a button labeled “Give PRN.”
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Click on “Give PRN” to open the administration form.
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Select Day and Time
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Choose the appropriate date, including past dates if administering retrospectively.
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Pick the time the PRN was actually given.
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Select the medication(s) to administer.
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Understand Dose Limits
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Look for the message such as “two administrations remaining.” This indicates how many more times the PRN can be given based on its frequency.
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Check for Reason to Administer
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Confirm that a reason for administration (e.g., pain, anxiety) is included under the medication details.
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If the reason is missing, edit the medication entry to add it.
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You can also write the reason manually in the note field (e.g., “for pain”).
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Review and Confirm Administration
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After administering, it may not immediately show under today’s MedPass.
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Scroll to the selected date (like yesterday) to view it highlighted in blue.
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Mark Medication as Effective
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Go to the PRN Medication section at the top.
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Click the button to log PRN effectiveness.
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Choose the date and time when the medication was noted to be effective.
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Save your entry.
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Alternative PRN Administration Location
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PRNs can also be administered from another section in the interface where another button is located for convenience.
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View PRN Administration History
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Access a full history of PRN administrations.
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Use the action button to view notes, delete entries, or update administration details.
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