Nsg 1101 -The "7 Rights" Of Medication Administration Study Guide Rated A+

1. Right Medication {Ans: 1. Right Medication - This means that the medication that is given is the right medication. Errors in this right are made when: pharmacy incorrectly dispenses a medication similar to the ordered medication the nurse administers a medication that has a similar name the nurse administers a medication not prepared by them the nurse incorrectly identifies a medication Always listen for cues from the patient. If they state that they have never seen this medication before or it doesn't look the same, recheck the medication order.}4. Right Route {Ans: The medication is given only the route that was ordered and that the route s safe and appropriate for the patient. Know the usual routes of administration for drugs to be given. Always double check the route of administration.}6. Right Reason {Ans: This is important to make sure the right medication was ordered.}5. Right Time {Ans: This means that the drug was given at the correct time as ordered or according to agency policy. Most institutions consider a medication to be given on time if given 30 minutes before or after the prescribed time. Watch medications that cannot be given with food so