A nursing instructor is describing the various work factors that can lead to errors in dosage calculations to a group of nursing students. The instructor determines that the teaching was successful
when the students identify which of the following as a factor? Select all that apply.
A) Poor lighting
B) Heavy workload
C) Noise
D) Temperature
E) Interruptions
Ans: A, B, C, E
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Factors in the work environment that often contribute to errors made by people include poor lighting, noise, interruptions, and a taxing workload.
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