Lynn is working as a preceptor with Jackie on a pediatric unit. Lynn knows that it is important to teach Jackie about the National Patient Safety Goals. This can be done by:
1. Using the medical record number and date of birth as two personal identifiers prior to giving a medication.
2. Using the medical record number and room number as two personal identifiers prior to giving blood products.
3. Having the patient read from the patient ID band and state the room number.
4. ID bands are not placed on children due to the choking hazard, so an ID band is not required.
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1. Safety in giving medication can be met with the date of birth and medical record number.
2. The medical record number is appropriate for safety, but room numbers change and are not a reliable identifier.
3. Verbalizing identifiers needs to be followed with reading the identifiers to maintain safety.
4. ID bands are placed on children. If it is a small child, it may be placed around the ankle.
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