While writing a procedure for the administration of chemotherapy, the staff nurse included all of the following except:
a. Materials needed and how to locate them
b. Methods for recycling the materials used
c. The physician's responsibilities
d. Appropriate charting
ANS: C
Written procedures may use a consistent format that includes how to locate items needed, make requests, and dispose of materials used.
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