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Which step should be taken if a patient refuses medication?
Which step should be taken if a patient refuses medication?
What is NOT a reason to withhold medication from a patient?
What is NOT a reason to withhold medication from a patient?
What should be done immediately after administering medication?
What should be done immediately after administering medication?
When might a healthcare provider need to reconsider medication administration?
When might a healthcare provider need to reconsider medication administration?
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Which of the following is essential for infection control during medication administration?
Which of the following is essential for infection control during medication administration?
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What should be done if a medication error occurs?
What should be done if a medication error occurs?
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What is a critical aspect of the right response after medication administration?
What is a critical aspect of the right response after medication administration?
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Which is a requirement for safe medication administration?
Which is a requirement for safe medication administration?
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What should be the immediate action if a medication is found to be outdated or expired?
What should be the immediate action if a medication is found to be outdated or expired?
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Which action regarding patient education is required before administering medication?
Which action regarding patient education is required before administering medication?
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What is a vital step that should be followed to ensure safe medication administration?
What is a vital step that should be followed to ensure safe medication administration?
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When should a healthcare provider notify a patient about the consequences of refusing medication?
When should a healthcare provider notify a patient about the consequences of refusing medication?
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What is the correct approach in the event of a medication error?
What is the correct approach in the event of a medication error?
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Why is it important to wash hands thoroughly before medication administration?
Why is it important to wash hands thoroughly before medication administration?
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What should be done if a patient shows signs of confusion or disorientation after medication administration?
What should be done if a patient shows signs of confusion or disorientation after medication administration?
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What should be included when documenting the administration of medication?
What should be included when documenting the administration of medication?
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Study Notes
Safe Medication Administration
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Right Assessment: Assess the patient to ensure the medication is safe and appropriate. Notify the provider immediately if it's not. Document and report if the medication was not given.
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Right Documentation: Document administration immediately after giving the medication, following facility policy. Document and report any relevant signs and symptoms to the provider.
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Right Response: Monitor the patient, detect and prevent complications, evaluate health changes, assess lab values, document the patient's response to the medication, and provide patient education.
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Right to Education: Determine the patient's knowledge level and educate them on dosage, administration times, side effects, and contraindications.
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Right to Refuse: The patient or their legal representative has the right to refuse medication. Inform them of the consequences, ensure they understand, notify the provider, and document the refusal and their understanding of the consequences.
Additional Considerations
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Medication Integrity: Do not administer outdated, expired, or chemically altered medications. Administer only correctly labeled medications. Report all medication errors and near misses. Never conceal an error. Prioritize the patient's immediate care. Use errors to identify system issues and enhance patient safety.
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Order Verification: Withhold medications if the order is incomplete, unsigned, the patient has abnormal physical findings, any of the 11 rights are missing, the patient refuses, or any questions about the order remain unanswered.
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Infection Control: Thoroughly wash hands. Scrub the injection site hub for 15-30 seconds. Adhere to the "one needle, one syringe, one patient" rule. Use a new sterile needle and syringe for each vial access. Avoid using multi-dose vials whenever possible.
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Clinical Practices: Minimize distractions during medication administration. Follow facility policy for medication co-signing. Never pre-pour medications. Document immediately after administration. Perform the "Three Checks" and ensure all "Eleven Rights" are met. Always double-check allergies. Never leave medication at the bedside. Elevate the patient's head, confirm they swallowed their medication, consider any oral motor concerns, and ensure proper landmarking for injections. Reconcile medications as needed and per facility policy. Monitor patients for signs of delirium (confusion and disorientation).
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Patient Education: Emphasize adhering to the prescribed medication regimen and duration. Advise against altering dosages without consulting a physician. Caution the patient against sharing medications.
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Test your knowledge on the principles of safe medication administration. This quiz covers essential topics including assessment, documentation, patient education, and the rights of patients regarding medication. Ensure you understand the critical aspects of administering medications safely.
