The Nurse Verifies That He Is Using Only Standardized Abbreviations

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse verifies that he is using only standardized abbreviations in documenting medication information. He recognizes that this fulfills which of the National Patient Safety Goals?

• A) Improve the accuracy of patient identification.
• B) Improve the effectiveness of communication among caregivers.
• C) Improve the safety of using medications.
• D) Accurately and completely reconcile medications across the continuum of care.

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Definitions:

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