Medication Safety
Medication safety is crucial in nursing practice. Errors can cause serious harm to patients.
RIGHTS OF MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION:
1. Right Patient - Verify patient identity
2. Right Drug - Check medication name
3. Right Dose - Confirm correct amount
4. Right Route - Check administration method
5. Right Time - Follow schedule
6. Right Documentation - Record accurately
7. Right Reason - Ensure indication
8. Right Response - Monitor effectiveness
Always follow the 5 Rights and Double-Check before administering any medication.
RIGHTS OF MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION:
1. Right Patient - Verify patient identity
2. Right Drug - Check medication name
3. Right Dose - Confirm correct amount
4. Right Route - Check administration method
5. Right Time - Follow schedule
6. Right Documentation - Record accurately
7. Right Reason - Ensure indication
8. Right Response - Monitor effectiveness
Always follow the 5 Rights and Double-Check before administering any medication.