Principles of Medication Administration and Medication Safety | Latest Update | 2024/2025 | Graded A+
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Principles of Medication Administration
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Principles Of Medication Administration
Principles of Medication Administration
and Medication Safety | Latest Update |
2024/2025 | Graded A+
What is a key principle in medication administration to ensure patient safety?
a) Administer medications at the same time each day.
b) Follow the “five rights” of medication admin...
Principles of Medication Administration
and Medication Safety | Latest Update |
2024/2025 | Graded A+
What is a key principle in medication administration to ensure patient safety?
a) Administer medications at the same time each day.
b) ✔✔ Follow the “five rights” of medication administration: right patient, right drug, right dose,
right route, and right time.
c) Only administer medications that are pre-packaged in single doses.
d) Verify medication orders with the patient before administration.
What should be done if a patient refuses to take their medication?
a) Document the refusal and administer the medication later.
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,b) ✔✔ Document the refusal, notify the healthcare provider, and discuss alternative options with
the patient.
c) Administer the medication forcefully if the patient refuses.
d) Ignore the refusal and continue with the next medication administration.
How should a medication error be addressed?
a) ✔✔ Report the error immediately, document it thoroughly, and follow the facility's protocol
for managing errors.
b) Correct the error and continue with the administration without reporting.
c) Only report the error if the patient shows adverse effects.
d) Inform the patient about the error and ask them to report it themselves.
What is the best practice for storing medications to maintain their effectiveness?
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, a) Store all medications in a locked drawer.
b) ✔✔ Follow manufacturer’s guidelines for storage conditions, such as temperature and light
exposure, and keep medications in their original containers.
c) Store medications in a refrigerator for all types.
d) Keep medications in a secure location but without specific regard to individual storage
requirements.
What should be done before administering a medication to ensure it is safe for use?
a) ✔✔ Verify the medication label against the medication order, check for any allergies, and
assess the patient’s condition.
b) Review the patient’s previous medication history only.
c) Check the medication's expiration date only.
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