The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a group of clients. The checks of drug administration include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Compare the drug with the MAR when the drug is removed from the drawer
2. Compare the drug with the MAR when pouring the drug into the cup
3. Ensure the dose is correct
4. Compare the drug with the MAR when returning the container to the drawer
5. Compare the MAR with the client's name band
1,2,4
Rationale: The first check is comparing the drug with the MAR when the drug is removed from the drawer
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