A nurse is preparing to administer a Schedule II medication to a client. Which actions are part of this process? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cosign the medication with a physician.
b. Witness any wasted medication with another registered nurse.
c. Access the medication from a single locked cabinet.
d. Ensure that two nurses check the dosage.
e. Ensure that two nurses sign the medication record.
f. Assess the client's response to the medication.
ANS: B, D, E, F
These are the correct options in the administration of Schedule II medications. Physician involvement is not necessary. The cabinet should be double locked.
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