During the process of administering medications, the nurse checks the name band for the client's name. What should be this nurse's next action?
1. Administer the medication as ordered.
2. Initial the MAR that the medication will be given.
3. Double check the client's identification using a second method.
4. Educate the client regarding the medication to be given.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: This nurse should employ a second method to verify the client's identification.
Rationale 2: The MAR will be initialed after the medication has been given.
Rationale 3: The Joint Commission's National Client Safety Goals require a two-step check of client identification prior to the administration of medications. This nurse should employ a second method to verify the client's identification.
Rationale 4: Once the nurse has verified client identification, the nurse should educate the client regarding the medication to be given.
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