An ICU Nurse Does Not Follow Policy When Administering a Medication

question 1

Multiple Choice

An ICU nurse does not follow policy when administering a medication intravenously. Which would be the most appropriate action by the manager to assist the employee?

• A) Provide written instructions for administering the medication.
• B) Remediate the situation with the ICU staff.
• C) Provide a copy of the policy and discuss the rationale for the policy as it relates to client care.
• D) Reprimand the ICU nurse for giving the medication.

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