The Nurse Is Providing a Safe Environment for Dispensing Medications

question 76

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing a safe environment for dispensing medications while in hospital, and realizes that the client can help contribute to this safety. In her assessment, what questions might the nurse ask the client the may prevent a potential error?

• A) "Do you know why you have been admitted, and if you will need surgery?"
• B) "Did you list your prescribed medication for me to review?"
• C) "Did you bring all your medications into hospital for dispensing?"
• D) "Do you know the names of all the medications you take?"

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