The nurse is working in the risk management department to examine risks and minimize the number of medication errors. Which intervention can the nurse put in place to prevent errors?
1. Make sure there is an overstock of all medications to ensure availability.
2. Remove outdated reference books.
3. Store all medication in well-lighted areas.
4. Transfer all small amounts of medications into smaller containers to save space.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Overstocking results in an increase in expired medications.
Rationale 2: Current reference books ensure current information, reducing medication errors.
Rationale 3: Medications should not be stored in the light or in extreme temperatures.
Rationale 4: Medications must be left in their original containers to prevent mixing up medications.
Global Rationale: Current reference books ensure current information, reducing medication errors. Overstocking results in an increase in expired medications. Medications should not be stored in the light or in extreme temperatures. Medications must be left in their original containers to prevent mixing up medications.
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