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The literature for years has always recommended taking the patch off, folding it over on itself so that the adhesive sides stick to itself, then flushing down the toilet.
However, if you've got a septic system, I wouldn't recommend it as they don't break down. Personally I've always folded them over and tossed them in the trash, but I don't have small kids or have to worry about anyone nosing through my trash either. It's essentially dependent on your own situation - if you're in an environment where used patches might be abused (even small residual amounts can make non-opiate users pretty sick) then flush 'em.
What else can I help you with?
What is the purpose of jcaho?
JCAHO accredits/certifies hospitals, inspects them. They have guidelines for quality and other factors of hospital care. They do offer accreditation for Skilled Nursing Facilities. JCAHO is pretty strict and intense, the inspections really get administrators, doctors, and nurses on their toes. You'll know when JCAHO is coming by the excitement in the air. It's usually an annual event.
What department of the government does JCAHO fall under?
JCAHO doesn't fall under any part of the government. It's not federally run or backed.
Why is JCAHO accreditation important?
The accreditation of JCAHO is important because it helps strengthen and organize patient safety efforts and to boost community confidence in the safety of care.
What are the JCAHO standards for hospital accreditation?
The JCAHO standards are a complex, detailed set or protocols. Rather than me cut and paste here, please check the following sites:
What the abbervations of jcaho?
Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
Are medical assistants allowed to administer injections according to DPH and JCAHO?
No
Which non governmental agency is responsible for the accreditation of institutional settings?
JCAHO
What is jcaho?
JCAHO stands for Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. It is an independent body that inspects and certifies the facilities and protocols of hospitals, treatment centers, rehabs and similar organizations. Its purpose is to identify facilities that meet certain minimum standards. Although JCAHO certification is not mandatory, many secondary providers such as insurance companies will not deal as favorably with non-accredited institutions.
Which non-governmental agency is responsible for the accreditation of institutional settings?
JCAHO
Is jcaho a non profit organization?
It is often labeled as not-for-profit. This is a somewhat loose definition of not-for-profit because JCAHO profits both on its healthcare-related activities and on investments. The profit on healthcare activities is rather small compared to the total value of JCAHO. The return on JCAHO's investments was 5 times as high as its healthcare profits in 2007 ($5 million versus $1 million), while in 2008 JCAHO actually lost $27 million in the market. Total value of JCAHO is about $150 million, over half of which is invested. About half its investments are in the stock market.My source:http://www.jointcommission.org/NR/rdonlyres/05E0308B-E5FF-4CF7-AD63-39C038E85ACA/0/08_financial.pdfMy own opinion: An organization that plays the market this much is not really not-for-profit, nor is it really a healthcare organization. It is an investment firm that regulates healthcare.
What does JCAHO stand for?
JCAHO stands for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. It is an independent, nonprofit organization that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs in the United States to ensure high-quality patient care.
Is there a written policy for medical abbreviations?
Yes, the most common list is JCAHO's. It can be found at the "related link" for this question.
