Arizona MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

What is required before a patient can self-administer medications in a healthcare setting?

1. Approval from the head nurse

2. Training and education in proper administration

3. Verification from the pharmacist

4. Two healthcare professionals' signatures

The correct answer is: Approval from the head nurse

Before a patient can self-administer medications in a healthcare setting, they typically require approval from the head nurse. This is important to ensure that the patient is capable of self-administering the medications safely and correctly. The head nurse, who oversees patient care in the facility, plays a crucial role in evaluating the patient's ability to handle self-administration. While training and education in proper administration (Choice B) are essential, the initial approval from the head nurse (Choice A) is a necessary first step. Verification from the pharmacist (Choice C) is not always needed for patient self-administration, and two healthcare professionals' signatures (Choice D) may not be a standard requirement for this process.