Which options reflect what the nurse should consider prior to administering medication? Choose all that are correct.
1. Correct, common dosage for this patient
2. Action of the medication
3. Signs of untoward reaction to the medication
4. Cost of the medication
5. Whether the patient's insurance covers the medication
The physician makes a calculation error that leads to the patient receiving a serious medication error. This error was overlooked by the pharmacist and the nurse who administered the dose as ordered.
What is true of the liability in this case? 1. It is solely the liability of the nurse who had the last opportunity to correct the error.
2. It is shared by all three of these professionals.
3. It is solely the liability of the physician who made the original calculation error.
4. It is shared by the physician and the pharmacist who dispensed the medication as written.
The patient requests that one bed siderail be fully up for use in assisting with turning. Is this considered a restraint?
1. Yes, bedrails should never be in the full-up position unless the patient is being transported.
2. Yes, this is a restraint that requires an order by a physician.
3. No, if the patient requests the restraining device, it is not a restraint.
4. No, the bedrail in this case is being used as an assistive device, not a restraint.
A confused patient frequently calls out for help throughout the shift. When nursing staff respond to the call, the patient is unable to explain what is needed. What action should be taken by the nurse?
1. Move the call bell out of the patient's reach.
2. Continue to respond and attempt to reorient the patient.
3. Restrain the patient in soft wrist restraints.
4. Chemically restrain the patient with a mild sedative.
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