The Nurse Must Document Administration of a Medication on the MAR

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse must document administration of a medication on the MAR. Proper documentation should include which of the following? Select all that apply.

• A) The nurse's initials
• B) The time the medication was given
• C) The route of administration
• D) The room number of the patient
• E) The prescribing doctor's DEA number

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