Test Your Knowledge and Ethics
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Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action for you to take in this situation?

  • Confront the nurse and report her mistake to the supervisor (correct)
  • Ask the nurse to inform the patient and apologize for the mistake
  • Inform the patient's family about the mistake and seek their advice
  • Keep the mistake a secret and monitor the patient for any adverse reactions

    • Which of the following is the most common reason for medication errors in healthcare settings?

  • Patient non-compliance
  • Inadequate staffing levels
  • Poor communication between healthcare professionals (correct)
  • Lack of knowledge or training

    • What is the potential harm of not reporting medication errors?

  • Legal consequences for the healthcare professional responsible
  • No harm, as long as the mistake is corrected quickly
  • Decreased trust in the healthcare system by patients
  • Increased risk of harm to the patient (correct)

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