A nurse manager in the intensive care unit (ICU) notes a pattern for a staff nurse who excessively "wastes" narcotics, and the manager suspects the staff nurse may be impaired
Which clinical situation may have contributed to the staff nurse's problem?
A) Caring for clients who require IV medications
B) Easy access to prescription drugs
C) Easy access to client care areas
D) Caring for clients who require numerous oral medications
Answer: B
Easy access to prescription drugs presents an at-risk situation for nurses who abuse substances. The other situations are common for all nurses and do not necessary pose an increased risk for substance abuse.
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