Question

The nurse is beginning to administer oral medications to a client. The client states, "I haven't taken that pill before. Are you sure it's correct?" The nurse rechecks the CMAR/MAR and finds that the medication is scheduled to be administered. Which response is most appropriate?

a) "Don't take that pill yet. I will verify that the medication was ordered by your primary care provider."
b) "It wouldn't be listed on this CMAR/MAR if it wasn't prescribed for you."
c) "It's listed here on the CMAR/MAR, so you should take it."
d) "Go ahead and take it, and then I'll check with your primary care provider about it."

Answer 1

The correct response is to verify with the primary care provider before the patient takes the medication, ensuring the safety and accuracy of medication administration.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most appropriate response when a client questions a medication listed on the CMAR/MAR is: a) "Don't take that pill yet.

I will verify that the medication was ordered by your primary care provider." This response demonstrates appropriate caution, ensuring patient safety by verifying medication orders before administration. Nurses are responsible for administering medication correctly as part of the five rights of medication administration, which include the right patient, the right drug, the right dose, the right route, and the right time. It is essential to ensure that a new medication is indeed intended for the patient, and it reflects a nurse's due diligence and adherence to professional standards of care.