73. A pharmacy technician receives a prescription for Sig: ii gtts os qAM. Which of the following directions should the pharmacy technician include on the prescription?
Answer: C
Place two drops in left eye every morning.
The prescription indicates "ii gtts os qAM," which translates to placing two drops in the left eye every morning. The abbreviation "os" specifically refers to the left eye in medical terminology.
A) Place two drops in left ear every morning.
This option is incorrect because the abbreviation "os" refers to the left eye, not the left ear. The context of the prescription is related to ocular administration rather than otic administration.
B) Place two drops in right ear every morning.
This choice is incorrect as well since it misinterprets the abbreviation "os." The right ear would not be applicable here, and the prescription specifically refers to the left eye.
C) Place two drops in left eye every morning.
This is the correct choice because "ii gtts os qAM" clearly indicates administering two drops in the left eye (os) each morning (qAM). The terminology used in the prescription aligns with standard medical abbreviations for eye care.
D) Place two drops in right eye every morning.
This option is incorrect because "os" refers to the left eye, not the right eye (which would be indicated by "od"). Therefore, this direction does not align with the prescription provided.
Conclusion
The correct answer is definitively "Place two drops in left eye every morning" since it accurately reflects the interpretation of the prescription's terminology. All other options fail because they either misinterpret the abbreviation "os" or specify the wrong anatomical site for administration. Understanding these abbreviations is crucial for ensuring proper medication administration.