Wisconsin Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

What is a "unit dose drug delivery system"?

1. A distribution method where healthcare providers apply medication transdermally

2. A system for the distribution of medications in which single doses of medications are individually packaged and sealed for distribution to residents

3. An automated system for medication distribution directly from a central pharmacy

4. A multi-dose packaging system for macro distribution of medications

The correct answer is: A system for the distribution of medications in which single doses of medications are individually packaged and sealed for distribution to residents

A unit dose drug delivery system refers to a method of medication distribution where single doses of medications are individually packaged and sealed for distribution to residents. This system helps in ensuring accuracy in medication administration, reduces the risk of errors, and promotes efficiency in long-term care settings such as nursing homes. Option A is incorrect as transdermal application of medication is not the primary characteristic of a unit dose drug delivery system. Option C is incorrect as an automated system for medication distribution directly from a central pharmacy does not specifically refer to the individual packaging of single doses as in a unit dose system. Option D is incorrect as a multi-dose packaging system is different from a unit dose system, which focuses on individual packaging and distribution of single doses of medications.