Medication Administration第 22 / 100 题
The 'right time' rule generally allows a scheduled medication to be given within what window around the ordered time (per most facility policies)?
a.Exactly to the second
b.Any time within 8 hours
c.Only after the physician calls
d.Typically within 30 to 60 minutes before or after the scheduled time
解析
Most facilities allow a scheduled dose to be given within about 30 to 60 minutes before or after the ordered time to be considered 'on time.' Time-critical medications (such as insulin or some antibiotics) have tighter windows and must follow specific timing.
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