The Nursing Instructor Teaches the Students How Medication Errors Can

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nursing instructor teaches the students how medication errors can occur.Which common causes of errors will the instructor discuss?
Select all that apply.

• A)The nurse does not validate a written order with the health care provider.
• B)The nurse administers the incorrect drug.
• C)The nurse miscalculates the medication dose.
• D)The nurse misinterprets a health care provider's order.
• E)The nurse does not check the client's identification band.

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