NTP Best Practice Guideline

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Dispensing/Administering Medication

Read and follow the instructions in the manufacturer's manual prior to beginning operation.
After beginning operation, follow the general care and usage instructions in the manufacturer's manual on a day-to-day basis.
To prevent loss of the manufacturer's instruction manual and to ensure that it is available whenever it is needed, store the manual in a specific location in the NTP's medication area or administration office. Make an extra copy of the manual and store this back-up copy in a separate location.
When questions pertaining to the operation and maintenance of the dispensing system arise, do not hesitate to contact the technical service department of the system manufacturer. The NTP should designate a specific individual to make such contacts.