The nurse is planning to administer medications to a new client. What is the nurse's greatest priority in administering these medications?

Question

1. Be certain the medications are given within 15 minutes of the time they are scheduled.
2. Before giving the medications, know what the intended effects are for this client.
3. Assess the client's knowledge of the action of the medications.
4. Document the administration accurately so the reimbursement is correct.

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: This is important but not the greatest priority.
Rationale 2: The greatest priority is to understand the intended effects of the medication for this client. The nurse should never do anything to or for a client without knowing the intended effect.
Rationale 3: This is important but not the greatest priority.
Rationale 4: This is important but not the greatest priority.