Ch.3 Flashcards
The right client
determination of the correct patient, the joint commission requires two forms of identification prior to the administration of medication.
The right drug
client receives prescribed drug. May be prescribed by physician (MD) dentist (DDS) podiatrist (DPM) advanced practice registered nurse (APRN; with authority from the state to order medications)
The right dose
dose prescribed within guidelines for drug administration and is related to the client’s physical status, including renal function.
Distribution
Stock drug method
Unit dose method
Stock drug method
the drugs are dispensed to all clients from the same containers.
Unit dose method
drugs are individually wrapped labeled for single doses for each client.
The right time
is the time prescribed dose should be administered.
The right route
is necessary for adequate or appropriate absorption.
The right assessment
requires a collection of appropriate data before administration of the drug.
The right documentation
requires the nurse to immediately record the appropriate information about the drug administered.
The right to education
requires that clients receive accurate and thorough information about the education and how it relates to their particular situation.
Informed consent
based on the individual having the knowledge necessary to make a decision.
The right evaluation
requires that the effectiveness of the medication be determined by the client’s response to the medication.
Right to refuse
the client has the right to refuse the medication.
Toxicity
refers to the first adverse symptoms that occur at a particular dose.
