Question

A charge nurse is preparing to administer 0900 meds and is told by pharmacy the meds are not available. First charge nurse action?

A. Administer meds from another patient's supply.
B. Document the delay in medication administration.
C. Notify the healthcare provider about the situation.
D. Ask the pharmacy for an estimated time of availability.

Answer 1

The first action the charge nurse should take is to notify the healthcare provider about the situation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The first action the charge nurse should take in this situation is to C. Notify the healthcare provider about the situation. It is important to inform the healthcare provider and seek their guidance in handling the medication unavailability.

Administering medication from another patient's supply (option A) is not appropriate as it can lead to medication errors and compromise patient safety. Documenting the delay in medication administration (option B) is important, but it should be done after informing the healthcare provider. Asking the pharmacy for an estimated time of availability (option D) can be considered, but it should not be the first action taken.