Post by lorna on Mar 25, 2020 3:50:10 GMT -8
Summarizing anything related to this topic from survey:
- switching to using disposable paper envelopes instead of plastic med reminders (use of envelopes was brought up more than once)
--when dropping off medications, doing so while standing outside of the residence
--extending subscription refills where able to
--switching to using pharmacy for med deliveries
--leaving additional meds with some people (e.g., moving from weekly to leaving several weeks at a time)
--increased use of lock boxes within homes
--some discussions around switching to oral meds from IMs if concern about being able to administer IM
--phone prompts and reminders brought up by many
--sending prescriptions to the pharmacy to have on hand if not already done
--ensuring that everyone has at least 2 weeks worth of meds on them at all times (in event that there is a period of not being able to access them - this team converted hurricane plans to the "pandemic plans"
--engaging and using more natural supports to help provide prompts and assistance with meds
--elevating the skill-building around med management when delivering meds
--reasons for why it may be trickier for extending meds on hand: concern about misuse and overdose
--have left meds at a designated spot while calling client to confirm that they received
--working with pharmacy to get more medicines on hand
--using PPE while making med deliveries/IMs (for those clients who may be quarantined/possible infection)