What if identifying a patient for medication administration


Problem: When identifying a patient for medication administration, the nurse asks the patient to state his name. The patient does not state the correct name. What should the nurse do FIRST? Administer the medication knowing it is the right patient. Confirm the patient's identity using at least two standard identifiers. Do a comprehensive mental status exam. Ask the prescriber to include patient room numbers on all medication orders.

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