Accreditation 2026 #5 – Medication Management
Medication Management is one of our Accreditation Themes. It covers organizational safety practices related to medication management.
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ROP 1 The “Do Not Use” List of Abbreviations
Surveyor Question: At Menno Place, do you ensure that incorrect abbreviations and symbols that may cause errors are not used on any written, printed or electronic materials?
Answer: Yes, we follow the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) list of error-prone abbreviations, symbols, and dose designation which is reviewed regularly by our Medical & Medication Safety and Advisory Committee (MMSAC).
ROP 2 High Alert Medications
Surveyor Question: At Menno Place, do you have a comprehensive strategy for managing high-alert medications?
Answer: Yes, we follow the process of our policy RCS 6.13 High-Alert Medications which includes regular education for nurses, audits, and annual policy review.
ROP 3 Heparin Safety and Medication Concentrations
Surveyor Question: How does Menno Place ensure that heparin products are limited and stored safely?
Answer: Heparin is identified as high alert medication. We limit the use of heparin products and order only the low molecular weight heparin under specific circumstances.
ROP 4 Narcotics Safety
Surveyor Question: How does your team ensure that narcotics are stored and used safely?
Answer: Narcotics are identified as high alert medication. We limit narcotics, ensure restricted access, and educate staff on their usage reduces medication errors.
ROP 5 Medication Reconciliations across Care Transitions
Surveyor Question: What process is in place to ensure that the best possible medication history is obtained and that the resident gets the right medication orders?
Answer: Medication reconciliation is conducted in partnership with the resident, family/caregiver and pharmacy to communicate accurate and complete information about medications.
