CHS Pharmacy News
February 2021
Business Hours
Normal business hours are 9 AM – 5:30 PM M-F, and 9 AM – 3PM Saturday and Closed on Sunday
*Emergency services available 24/7/365
Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccination*
What are the ingredients in COVID-19 vaccines?
-The two COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the US do NOT contain eggs, preservatives, or latex.
What percentage of the population needs to get vaccinated to have herd immunity to COVID-19?
-Experts do not yet know what percentage of people would need to get vaccinated to achieve herd immunity to COVID-19.
Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as another vaccine?
-Wait at least 14 days before getting any other vaccine, including a flu or shingles vaccine, if you get your COVID-19 vaccine first. If you get another vaccine first, wait at least 14 days before getting your COVID-19 vaccine.
Do I need to wear a mask and avoid close contact with others if I have gotten 2 doses of the vaccine?
-YES, not enough information is currently available to say if or when CDC will stop recommending that people wear masks and avoid close contact with others.
483.45 Pharmacy Services**
“The provision of pharmaceutical services is an integral part of the care provided to nursing home residents. The management of complex medication regimens is challenging and requires diverse pharmaceutical services and formal mechanisms to safely handle and control medications, to maintain accurate and timely medication records, and to minimize medication related adverse consequences or events. The overall goal of the pharmaceutical services system within a facility is to ensure the safe and effective use of medications.”
Upcoming CE Programs
12p -1p CST; 1-hour CE Programs for Administrators & Nursing
Presented by National Institute for Health Education & Training; Contact CHS Pharmacy to find out more.
- Feb 3, 2021: Risk Management in the COVID Environment
- DFeb 24, 2021: Caring for Residents with Special Needs A growing population comes to your door!
- March 3, 2021: The State of Operations & Investment in the Skilled Nursing Sector Occupancy – Reimbursement – Payor mix
- March 30, 2021: The Importance of the Interview in the MDS 3.0 Data Collection Process
Returnable Medications
Certain forms of medication cannot be returned to the pharmacy for credit since they can only be used for one person once opened. These could include inhalers, eye drops, creams, ointments, liquids or insulins. Consider having the physician sign an order allowing the resident to take these medications with them upon discharge from the facility, providing the order is still active.
Valentine’s Day Trivia***
- Valentine’s Day started with which civilization?
- How many years has it been tradition to pass out Valentines?
- Which colors are considered the colors of love?
- Candy hearts were originally used as _____.
- In Roman Mythology, Cupid is the son of?
Valentine’s Day Trivia Answers
- Romans
- 600 years
- Pink and red
- Medical lozenges
- Venus
“Someday, everything will make perfect sense. So, for now, laugh at the confusion, smile through the tears, be strong and keep reminding yourself that everything happens for a reason.”