What should a medication aide do during a medication administration pass?

During a medication administration pass, it is crucial for a medication aide to follow the five rights of medication administration. These five rights include ensuring the right patient receives the right medication at the right dose, through the right route, and at the right time. Adhering to this protocol ensures the safety and effectiveness of medication administration, minimizing the risk of errors that can lead to adverse effects or therapeutic failures.

Ensuring compliance with these rights helps maintain a standard of care that protects the health and well-being of the residents. For example, verifying the identity of the resident (right patient) prevents administering medications to the wrong individual, and confirming the dosage (right dose) avoids underdosing or overdosing. This systematic approach is fundamental in medication management and is a core responsibility of a medication aide.