After administering an incorrect dosage of a medication the nurse realizes that too little medication was given to the client. The nurse then administers a second dose in order to give the correct dosage. What should the nurse do? Select all that apply:
A. Report the error
B. Explain what happened to the patient
C. Document that the correct medication was administered
D. Chart both times the medication was administered
Question 2
A high school graduate who wants to be a nurse is looking online at different programs in the state. The graduate knows that in order to practice nursing it is necessary to pass the NCLEX-RN.
What is the basic qualification required for licensure?
A. The individual must complete a minimum of 12 months of study from a program.
B. The individual must graduate from a school located within their state of residence
C. The individual must provide documentation of citizenship
D. The individual must graduate from an approved nursing program
The nurse needs to note the source of the patient health history
Different types of medication require different routes of administration.
Withdrawing Medication from Single-Dose or Multiple-Dose Vials
Administering Parenteral Subcutaneous or Intramuscular Injections
NCC MERP Index for categorizing medication errors.
Incorrect body alignment with back bent and head forward.