ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam I Questions
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Question 1 of 5
When administering a medication, a nurse should check the label on the drug container against the MAR when removing the drug container from the client's medication drawer, when removing the drug from the medication container, and:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Before returning the drug container to the client's medication drawer. This step ensures that the nurse verifies the medication one last time before placing it back in the client's drawer, minimizing the risk of errors. Checking the label at this point serves as a final confirmation that the right medication is being returned to the correct place.
A: After showing the drug label to the client - This step is not necessary for the safe administration of the medication and may waste time.
C: Before calling the pharmacy - Checking the label before contacting the pharmacy is not directly related to ensuring the correct medication is administered.
D: After checking the drug container with a colleague - Relying on a colleague should be done before removing the medication, not after.
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