When preparing parenteral medications, the nurse should perform which intervention(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Check the expiration date.
b. Use sterile technique throughout the entire procedure.
c. Check the drug dose form ordered against the source available.
d. Prepare the drug in a clean well-lighted area.
e. Check calculations.
ANS: A, C, D, E
The standard procedure for preparing all parenteral medications includes checking the expiration date on the medication container, checking the drug dose form ordered against the source available, preparing the drug in a clean well-lighted area, and checking calculations for accuracy. Aseptic technique is used at times during preparation. The primary rule is "sterile to sterile" and "unsterile to unsterile."
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