The organization has noted an increase in negative patient variances related to medication administration. What steps should be taken by the organization? Select all that apply
1. Look for reasons for the variances.
2. Identify those at fault for the variances.
3. Document the variances in the medical records of the patients involved.
4. Try to find a resolution for the variances.
5. Rewrite the clinical pathways.
1, 4
Explanation: 1. When variances occur, the organization should look for reasons and resolution.
2. It is important to avoid placing blame for these variations.
3. Variances are not documented in the medical record.
4. When variances occur, the organization should look for reasons and resolution.
5. It is not necessarily appropriate to rewrite the clinical pathways. The pathways should be reviewed.
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