What actions can the nurse do to ensure they have the right patient?

Which of the following scenario would most likely result in a medication error?

Will this drug order possible cause medication errors? Order: .66 mg

What should the nurse do to prevent errors from verbal orders?

You should always notify the physician first when an error has been done.

Always recap the needle after use.

Which medication will the nurse inform the client that it cannot be crushed?

What are some things that should be documented about the patient?

What are some actions that can be done to ensure absorption of sublingual and buccal drugs?

Elixirs should be shaken before it is administered. 

Which of the following is correct when administering transdermal drugs?

For systemically optic drops, we should apply pressure to the inner canthus for 10 minutes.

What direction should the ear be pulled when administering otic drops to children over 3 years old?

When giving drugs through the NG tube, it should be done simultaneously flush it with 10-15 mL after.

At how many degrees should an intradermal injection be given?

Which of the following sites are used for intradermal injections?

Do subcutaneous injections give a more systemic effect to patients than intradermal injections?

At how many degrees should a subcutaneous injection be given?

An subcutaneous injection site may be massaged after administration.

At how many degrees should a subcutaneous injection be given?

What should you do when there is blood in the syringe during an IM injection?

When should the drug be given Z-track?

What additional step should be done when giving Z-track administration?

What should you do when you see blood during an IV?