Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates appropria…
Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates appropriate application of the 8 Rights of Medication Administration when a discrepancy is identified?A radiation therapist prepares to administer an antiemetic prior to treatment. The medication label matches the order, the dose is correct, and the route is appropriate. However, the patient states she has never taken this medication before and was told she would not receive any new drugs today. The therapist verifies the patient’s identity and proceeds because the electronic order is active.
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