The nurse is describing the role of the pharmacist in medication administration. Which of the following are correct? (Select all that apply.)
a. Assess the medication plan.
b. Review the orders for accuracy and valid-ity.
c. Prepare the correct medication.
d. Deliver them to the nursing unit.
e. Independently adjust incorrect medication errors.
A, B, C, D
Pharmacists assess the medication plan and ensure that orders are valid. The pharmacist is then responsible for preparing the correct medications and delivering them to the nursing unit where they are stocked in a medication administration station. If there are errors, the pharmacist con-sults with the healthcare provider who wrote the order to have those errors corrected.
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