Medication Administration Trainer — The 5 Rights

1. Right Patient — Identity confirmed and medication indicated for this patient; if assisting, bottle label name matches the patient.
2. Right Medication — Correct drug and correct formulation/concentration/device.
3. Right Dose — Correct amount for age/weight and correct total/count where applicable (e.g., Nitro max, Albuterol puffs).
4. Right Route — Correct route and delivery device for the medication.
5. Right Time — Appropriate to give now; not expired; proper interval since last dose; not over maximum total doses.

Standing Orders vs Medical Control (varies by region)

• Typically Standing Orders: Oxygen, Oral Glucose, Aspirin, Naloxone (IN/auto-injector), Epinephrine (auto-injector).
• Often Call-In / Online Medical Direction: Nitroglycerin (assist with patient’s Rx), Bronchodilator Inhalers/Nebulized Albuterol (assist with patient’s Rx), Activated Charcoal (if carried).

Always follow your state, local, and agency protocols. This trainer illustrates common patterns but is not a substitute for your medical director’s guidance.