Which Action Should the Nurse Implement When Providing Patient Care

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which action should the nurse implement when providing patient care in order to support The Joint Commission's (TJC) National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) ?

• A) Silencing a cardiorespiratory monitor
• B) Identifying each patient using one source
• C) Determining patient safety issues upon admission
• D) Decreasing the amount of pain medication administered

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