Title: Identify medication labeling requirements in Virginia and the Federal Drug Control Act.
Course: Medication Aide (14051-36) > Section: Understanding Basics of Medication Administration and Pharmacology

Identification should include

- label information written in ink, typed, or printed
- the pharmacy name, address, telephone number, and DEA number
- the prescription number and the name of the physician
- the client’s name and the date the prescription was filled
- directions for taking the medication
- the name of the medication, its strength, and the count of the medication
- the number of times the medication may be reordered without a new prescription
- the medication expiration date
- stickers with special instructions, if applicable.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the requirements for a medication label in an ALF as prescribed by Virginia’s state regulations?
- What guidelines could prevent an MA from distributing medication to a patient?
- What is the cardinal rule when administering medication?