Multiple Choice
The nurse makes a medication error. Which action will the nurse take first?
A) Prepare an incident report so that the facility can determine the cause of the error.
B) Explain to the patient that a medication error has occurred, and notify the nurse manager.
C) Assess the patient for any adverse reactions and notify the prescriber.
D) Document the medication given, how the patient responded, and the corrective actions taken.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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