ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 1 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a schedule II injectable drug and is drawing up half of the contents of a single-use vial. Which nursing action is correct?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct action is to ask another nurse to observe and cosign wasting the remaining drug from the vial (choice
A). This is important to ensure proper documentation and accountability when handling controlled substances. By having another nurse witness the wasting process, it helps prevent errors, diversion, and promotes safety. Keeping the remaining amount for the next dose (choice
B) is incorrect as it violates medication administration standards and poses a risk of contamination or incorrect dosing. Recording the amount unused in the patient's chart (choice
C) is not sufficient for proper disposal of controlled substances. Disposing of the vial with the remaining drug into a locked collection box (choice
D) is not appropriate without proper documentation and witnessing of the wasting process.
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