A nurse is providing care to a patient. Which action indicates the nurse is following the National Patient Safety Goals?

A) Identifies patient with one identifier before transporting to x-ray department
B) Initiates an intravenous (IV) catheter using clean technique on the first try
C) Uses medication bar coding when administering medications
D) Obtains vital signs to place on a surgical patient's chart

National Patient Safety Goals

A set of specific goals established by the Joint Commission to improve patient safety in healthcare settings.

Medication Bar Coding

a system of encoding drugs and medications with barcodes to ensure accuracy in dispensing and administering, enhancing patient safety.

Intravenous Catheter

A thin, flexible tube inserted into a vein, used to deliver medications, fluids, or to draw blood.