Asked by Elizabeth Caballero on Jul 09, 2024
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The hospital uses a unit-dose system for medication distribution.The nurse recognizes that this system includes which safety feature?
A) All medications are kept in the patient's drawer.
B) Liquids are kept in multi-dose containers to prevent spillage.
C) Narcotics are kept in an area separate from the patient's regular medications.
D) The nurse is responsible for restocking the medication drawers daily.
Unit-dose System
A method of dispensing medication in which individual doses are prepared and packaged separately, enhancing safety and accuracy.
Medication Distribution
The process by which medications are allocated and provided to patients within a healthcare setting, ensuring accurate dosages and adherence to prescriptions.
Safety Feature
A design element or function of a product intended to minimize risk of injury or error during use.
- Understand the principles and processes involved in the safe administration of medications.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles and processes involved in the safe administration of medications.
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