Nine (9) Rights of Medication for Nurses Flashcards
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What are the Nine Rights of Medication Administration?
The Nine Rights of Medication Administration are: Right Patient, Right Medication, Right Dose, Right Route, Right Time, Right Reason, Right Documentation, Right Response, and Right to Refuse.
True or False: The Right Patient means verifying the patient’s identity before administering medication.
True
Fill in the blank: The Right ______ ensures that the correct medication is given to the patient.
Medication
Which right focuses on the amount of medication given?
Right Dose
What does the Right Route refer to?
The Right Route refers to the method by which the medication is administered, such as orally, intravenously, or intramuscularly.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT one of the Nine Rights of Medication? A) Right Reason B) Right Time C) Right Color D) Right Response
C) Right Color
What does the Right Time ensure?
The Right Time ensures that medication is administered at the correct time as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
True or False: The Right Documentation is necessary after medication administration.
True
What does the Right Response involve?
The Right Response involves monitoring the patient for the intended effects of the medication and any adverse reactions.
Fill in the blank: The Right to ______ allows patients to refuse medication they do not want to take.
Refuse
What is the first step in the medication administration process?
Verify the patient’s identity.
Multiple Choice: Which right ensures that the nurse has a valid reason for administering the medication? A) Right Dose B) Right Reason C) Right Patient D) Right Route
B) Right Reason
Short Answer: Why is the Right Documentation important?
It provides a legal record of what medication was given, when, and by whom, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.
True or False: The Nine Rights of Medication are only applicable to nurses.
False
What should be checked when verifying the Right Patient?
Check the patient’s identification bracelet and confirm their name and date of birth.
Fill in the blank: The Right ______ involves ensuring the medication is given at the prescribed intervals.
Time
What is the significance of the Right Response in medication administration?
It ensures that the nurse assesses the patient for therapeutic effects and side effects after medication administration.
Multiple Choice: Which right emphasizes the need for clear communication and record-keeping? A) Right Documentation B) Right Response C) Right Route D) Right Patient
A) Right Documentation
What does the Right Reason help to confirm?
It helps to confirm that the medication being given is appropriate for the patient’s condition.
True or False: Nurses can administer medication without a physician’s order if they believe it is necessary.
False
Fill in the blank: The Right ______ ensures that the nurse is aware of any allergies the patient may have.
Medication
What is the last right in the Nine Rights of Medication?
Right to Refuse
Short Answer: How can nurses ensure they are adhering to the Nine Rights?
By following a systematic approach and double-checking each right before administering medication.
Multiple Choice: Which right would be violated if a nurse administers a medication without checking the patient’s allergies? A) Right Patient B) Right Medication C) Right Response D) Right Documentation
B) Right Medication
