Safety & LegalQuestion 88 of 100
A resident's right to privacy during medication administration means the aide should:
a.Announce all medications loudly in the dining room
b.Discuss the resident's drugs with visitors
c.Post the medication list on the door
d.Keep medication information confidential and administer discreetly
Explanation
Resident rights include privacy and confidentiality, so medication details are kept private and administration is done discreetly. Sharing health information without authorization violates the resident's rights and privacy laws.
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