Describe the components of a prescription.

Description should include

• the heading, body, closing, and abbreviations
• security procedures designed to prevent the improper use of prescription medications and prescription pads.

Process/Skill Questions:

• Why is it important for a prescription to be legible?
• What problems could arise from leaving a prescription pad in an unsecured location in a clinic?
• What are the consequences for a patient who alters his or her prescription?