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In a community based setting, who can administer non-prescribed over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as herbal medicines or supplements?

April 26, 2017based herbal medications medicines non-prescribed OTC over-the-counter setting

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In a community based setting, who can administer non-prescribed over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as herbal medicines or supplements?

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The resident, if able, may independently administer prescribed or OTC medications when no assistance is required. However, if a resident is unable to independently administer, and OTC medications are used to treat a condition, nurse delegation may be necessary.