Many Drugs Have Names That Sound or Look Alike

question 10

Multiple Choice

Many drugs have names that sound or look alike.A nurse administering two such similar medications,should do which of the following?

• A) Check the spelling and name of each medication.
• B) Check the physician's order only.
• C) Ask the team leader to check the order with you.
• D) Ask the patient which one of the medications they take.

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