The nurse administering medications knows that controlled substances must be managed carefully. Which of the following accurately describes the procedure for managing these drugs?
A) Controlled substances must be kept in a triple-locked area.
B) Keys to the locked area must always be in a pharmacist's possession.
C) Schedule drugs must be documented on the client's record within 20 minutes of administration.
D) Only licensed nurses are allowed to access schedule drugs.
D
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In the healthcare facility or pharmacy, controlled substances must be kept in a double-locked area. The keys must be in a licensed nurse's possession at all times or access must be controlled electronically. Only licensed nurses are allowed to access schedule drugs. Schedule drugs must be documented in the client's record within 5 minutes of administration.
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