Multiple Choice
The nurse approaches a group of patients,one of whom is to receive a dose of medication.Which is the best method for the nurse to identify the patient needing the medication?
A) Question the entire group by calling for the specific patient.
B) Request that the other patients identify the patient.
C) Ask the patients who is scheduled to receive medications now.
D) Compare the patients' identification bracelets with the specific medication administration record (MAR) and ask the patient to state his name.
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