Professional & AdministrativeQuestion 87 of 100
A patient's family member asks the technician to adjust the dose of the patient's IV medication because the patient seems uncomfortable. What is the appropriate action within scope of practice?
a.Adjust the IV rate as requested
b.Tell the family it is fine to change it themselves
c.Explain this is outside the technician's scope and notify the nurse promptly
d.Turn off the IV pump to be safe
Explanation
Adjusting medications or IV rates is outside a patient care technician's scope of practice and must be handled by a licensed nurse. The technician should acknowledge the concern, explain the limitation, and promptly report it to the nurse. Working within scope protects patient safety and follows legal boundaries.
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