Washington Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence MPJE Practice Exam

Are patients allowed to self-administer medications in the hospital?

1. Only with family supervision

2. Only if the doctor allows it

3. Under a policy and approved protocols

4. Never allowed

The correct answer is: Under a policy and approved protocols

Patients are allowed to self-administer medications in the hospital under a policy and approved protocols, which means there are certain guidelines and procedures in place to ensure safe and proper administration. Option A is incorrect because it states that family supervision is required, which may not always be the case. Option B is also incorrect because it puts the decision solely on the doctor, when in fact there are policies and protocols that need to be followed. Option D is incorrect because there may be certain situations where self-administration is allowed under specific circumstances. It is important to follow hospital policies and protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of patients.