Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A nurse is preparing to administer prescribed medications to a client. According to the rights of medication administration, when should the nurse compare the medication administration record against the medication container? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
B,C,E
Rationale
The correct choices are B, C, and E.
B: Before selecting the medication container - This step ensures that the right medication is being administered to the right client at the right time.
C: While removing medication from the container - Verifying the medication during this step helps prevent errors in administration.
E: At the client's bedside before administering the medication - This final check confirms the medication with the client's identity and allows for any last-minute verification.
Incorrect choices:
A: When documenting the medication administration - This occurs after the medication has been administered and is not a part of the verification process.
D: When providing client education about the medication - Education about the medication is important but not directly related to verifying the medication.
B: Before selecting the medication container - This step ensures that the right medication is being administered to the right client at the right time.
C: While removing medication from the container - Verifying the medication during this step helps prevent errors in administration.
E: At the client's bedside before administering the medication - This final check confirms the medication with the client's identity and allows for any last-minute verification.
Incorrect choices:
A: When documenting the medication administration - This occurs after the medication has been administered and is not a part of the verification process.
D: When providing client education about the medication - Education about the medication is important but not directly related to verifying the medication.