Safety & Infection ControlQuestion 29 of 120
A client's identification band is missing at the time of a blood glucose check. What should the LPN/LVN do first?
a.Verify identity and apply a new band before proceeding
b.Proceed using the room number as identification
c.Ask the client next door to confirm the client's name
d.Skip the check until the next shift
Explanation
A missing identification band must be replaced after verifying identity before care that depends on correct identification. Room numbers and other clients are not reliable identifiers. Accurate identification prevents errors.
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