Which of the Following Nursing Actions Should Ensure That a Medication

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following nursing actions should ensure that a medication is given to the right patient?

• A) Checking the patient's identification bracelet
• B) Verifying the medication record with the chart
• C) Verifying the room number with the chart
• D) Asking the patient to state his or her birth date and Social Security number

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