A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client. At which of the following times should the nurse compare the medication administration record and the medication label? (Select all that apply.)

At the end of the shift

When removing the medication from the medication drawer

Directly before administering the medication

When reconciling counts of controlled substances

When preparing the medication dosage

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,E

A. At the end of the shift is incorrect. Medication verification is done before administration, not at the end of the shift.

B. When removing the medication from the medication drawer is correct. This is the first check to ensure the correct medication is selected.

C. Directly before administering the medication is correct. This is the final check to verify that the correct medication, dose, route, and time match the prescription before giving it to the client.

D. When reconciling counts of controlled substances is incorrect. While controlled substances require counting and verification, this is separate from the three medication checks performed during administration.

E. When preparing the medication dosage is correct. This is the second check, ensuring that the correct medication and dose are prepared accurately before administration.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Assault: Involves the threat of bodily harm or unwanted touching, creating fear or apprehension that an offensive contact or bodily harm will occur.
B. Defamation: Involves making false statements that damage a person's reputation.
C. Battery: Involves the unauthorized touching or administering treatment without consent.
D. Invasion of privacy: Involves violating a person's right to privacy, which doesn't apply in this scenario.

A. Lactose intolerant B. Smoking history C. Vitamin D level D. Phosphorous level E. Alcohol use F. Activity level

Correct Answer is ["C","F"]

Explanation

A. Not directly related to osteoporosis risk. Lactose intolerance does not inherently increase the risk of osteoporosis.
B. No history of smoking was reported by the client.
C. The total 25-hydroxy D level is below the normal range, indicating insufficient vitamin D, which can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
D. Normal phosphorus levels are found in the client's diagnostic results.
E. The client reported not drinking alcohol, which is not a risk factor for osteoporosis.
F. The client's sedentary lifestyle and inability to adhere to the exercise program contribute to a higher risk of osteoporosis due to reduced bone strength from lack of physical activity.

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Correct Answer is A

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