To Detect Any Possible Transcription Errors, Before Administering Medications the Nurse

question 5

Multiple Choice

To detect any possible transcription errors, before administering medications the nurse will

• A) Compare the order on the medication administration record (MAR) with the prescriber's original order.
• B) Telephone the prescriber and review each medication order with him or her.
• C) Have another nurse verify that the MAR is written correctly.
• D) Have the unit secretary double-check all transcribed orders.

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A financial state where an individual or organization cannot meet its debt obligations as they come due.

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