Safety & LegalQuestion 82 of 100
Expired or discontinued medications should be:
a.Disposed of per facility policy and never given to a resident
b.Given quickly before they expire completely
c.Taken home by staff
d.Left in the resident's drawer indefinitely
Explanation
Expired and discontinued drugs must be removed and disposed of according to facility and regulatory policy, not administered. Proper disposal prevents accidental use and diversion.
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