What Is the Best Way to Make Sure That the Right

question 37

Multiple Choice

What is the best way to make sure that the right patient is receiving a prescribed drug when the patient is alert and oriented?

• A) Ask the patient to state his or her social security number.
• B) Check the patient's wrist band.
• C) Look at the patient's chart.
• D) Have the patient state his or her name and birth date.

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