Safety & Infection ControlPregunta 24 de 120
Which action reduces the risk of a medication error during administration?
a.Preparing medications for several clients at once and giving them later
b.Relying on memory instead of the medication record
c.Leaving medications at the bedside for the client to take later
d.Checking the medication label against the order three times
Explicación
Checking the label against the order three times and following the rights of administration reduces errors. Pre-pouring for multiple clients and leaving medications at the bedside increase risk. Medications should be given and documented immediately.
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