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Drug Loss

This module focuses on the critical aspects of reporting medication losses, including identifying which medications are reportable, the appropriate channels for reporting, and documentation processes. It clarifies that a drug loss does not constitute a medication occurrence unless it prevents necessary administration. The module covers proper security and inventory record-keeping, and outlines the steps to follow if discrepancies occur. Scenarios illustrate real-world examples for reporting and documentation. Ensuring compliance with protocols safeguards patient health and maintains regulatory standards.

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Drug Loss

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  1. Medication Education Module 3 Drug Loss

  2. Objectives 1. Which meds are reportable? 2. Who do I report to? 3. Where do I document? 4. Is a lost med a med occurrence?

  3. Reportable Drug Losses • Include • All prescription meds Schedules II-VI and • Written prescriptions

  4. Drug Loss • A drug loss is not a med occurrence • Unless the med is due and there are no meds available to administer due to the loss

  5. Security-Inventory-Record Keeping • If the count is incorrect • The assigned Certified staff (along with witness) notify the Supervisor • Supervisor conducts an investigation • DCP notified • Depending on the severity of the case may also contact • Massachusetts State Police Diversion Investigative Unit • Local police department

  6. Count Sheet Scenario Page 11 12/20/yr 7am There are only 5 Ativan 0.5mg tabs. Karen Mason, Supervisor notified. Reggie Newton 12/20/yr 7:45am Drug Incident form completed. DPH notified.5 tabs Karen Mason

  7. Shift Count Sheet Scenario 12/20/yr 7:00a When counting there is an Ativan 0.5mg tablet missing. Karen Mason, Supervisor notified. See count sheet page number 11. Reggie Newton 12/20/yr 7:45am All Ativan prior to today appear to be given and documented as prescribed. One Ativan 0.5mg tab is missing. Drug Incident form completed. DPH notified. See count sheet p. 11. Karen Mason

  8. Reporting • Drug Control Program (DCP) is notified by the first business day after discovery • Drug Incident Report Form (DIR) is completed and faxed to the DCP

  9. Drug Incident Report

  10. Questions

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