For safety and accuracy of medication being administered to the patient, one of the considerations is the three checks. Which of the following is not applicable? a. Reading the label after the medications has been administered. b. Reading the label before preparing. c. Reading the label before picking the medication in the locker. d. Reading the label after withdrawing the medication from the container

For safety and accuracy of medication being administered to the patient, one of the considerations is the three checks. Which of the following is not applicable? a. Reading the label after the medications has been administered. b. Reading the label before preparing. c. Reading the label before picking the medication in the locker. d. Reading the label after withdrawing the medication from the container

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter35: Calculation Of Medication Dosage And Medication Administration

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