The nurse uses a newly admitted patient's armband barcode to identify the patient prior to administering medications. The nurse should use ______ other means of identifying this patient. Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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Rationale: Even though the barcode identification system has improved safety, it is not foolproof. The nurse should use two other means of identifying the patient such as verifying name and birth date.
Global Rationale: Even though the barcode identification system has improved safety, it is not foolproof. The nurse should use two other means of identifying the patient such as verifying name and birth date.
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