A nurse is preparing a presentation for a group of nurses about actions that nurses can do to help prevent drug errors. Which of the following would the nurse include? Select all that apply
A) Rechecking all calculations
B) Always administering the drug before answering any of the client's questions
C) Avoiding distractions and concentrating on only one task at a time
D) Confirming any questionable orders
E) Practicing the five + 1 rights of drug administration
Ans: A, C, D, E
Feedback:
In addition to following the five + 1 rights of drug administration, a nurse can employ the following strategies to aid in the prevention of drug errors: confirm any questionable orders; when calculations are necessary, verify them with another nurse; listen to the client when he or she questions a drug, the dosage, or the drug regimen; never administer the drug until the client's questions have been adequately researched; and avoid distractions and concentrate on only one task at a time.
You might also like to view...
A client, admitted with irregular chest pain and shortness of breath, complains of fatigue with activity. The client's body mass index (BMI) is 30.5. Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?
A) Ineffective Coping B) Fear C) Imbalanced Nutrition: More than Body Requirements. D) Fluid Volume Deficit
Which of the following is not associated with information literacy?
1. Recognizing when information is needed 2. Ability to find, evaluate, and effectively use information 3. Familiarity with the use of personal computers and software 4. Understanding ethical issues surrounding the use of information
The patient is experiencing phantom pain following the amputation of her foot. Which type of pain is most associated with phantom pain?
a. Nociceptive b. Mild c. Uncontrollable d. Neuropathic
A woman who is 6 months pregnant has sought medical attention, saying she fell down the stairs. What scenario would cause an emergency department nurse to suspect that the woman has been a victim of intimate partner violence (IPV)?
a. The woman and her partner are having an argument that is loud and hostile. b. The woman has injuries on various parts of her body that are in different stages of healing. c. Examination reveals a fractured arm and fresh bruises. d. She avoids making eye contact and is hesitant to answer questions.