ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about expired medications. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Return the medications to the pharmacy. This is the correct instruction because returning expired medications to the pharmacy ensures proper disposal or potential recycling, reducing environmental impact and preventing misuse.
Choice B, flushing medications down the toilet, is incorrect as it can contaminate water sources.
Choice C, placing medications back in the cart, is incorrect as it can lead to potential administration errors.
Choice D, notifying the provider, is helpful but does not address proper disposal.
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