What is the MOST appropriate action the nurse can take when verifying the right medicine and the right amount?
a. Compare the dose listed on the label of the package, bottle, or unit dose packet next to the written order while comparing the dose ordered.
b. Ask someone with more experience to verify the correct medicine and dosage.
c. Call the pharmacy, and ask them to verify the medicine and dosage.
d. Avoid double-checking, because this can cause an increase in errors.
a. Compare the dose listed on the label of the package, bottle, or unit dose packet next to the written order while comparing the dose ordered.
FEEDBACK:
a. The nurse should compare the dose listed on the label of the package, bottle, or unit dose packet next to the written order while comparing the dose ordered.
b. Asking someone to verify the medication will not compare the drug side by side. .
c. Calling the pharmacy will only verify the medication sent from the pharmacy. Errors can occur in any step of the process. .
d. Double-checking a medication does not necessarily cause an increase in errors. .
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