The nurse is careful to follow which of the following ‘rights' of drug administration? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Compare the MAR with the client's name band.
2. Compute the dose.
3. Document as soon as the medication is prepared.
4. Use AM and PM as abbreviations.
5. Double-check the drug.
1,2
Rationale: The nurse ensures the right client by comparing the MAR with the client's name band or asking the client for two identifiers.
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