Medication Administration

Medication Administration

1. Order

   • Right Dose
   • Right Patient
   • Right Time
   • Right Reason
   • Right Route

2. Policies & Procedures

   • CNO Standards
   • Hospital Protocol

3. Patient Considerations

   • Patient Teaching
   • Competent Decision Maker
   • Independent or Need of Assistance
   • Condition/Severity
   • Alertness

4. Assessment

   • Vital Signs/Pain
   • Patient Condition
   • Patient knowledge and understanding
   • Allergies
   • Physical Assessment specific to Patient Condition

5. Post-Monitoring

   • Patient Condition
   • Drug Effectiveness
   • Adverse Reactions
   • Vital Signs/Pain

6. Nurse Considerations

   • Proper Training
   • Knowledge
   • Skill
   • Clinical Judgement

7. Preparation

   • Order Checked 3 Times
   • Supplies Gathered
   • Consent
   • Emergency supplies available
   • Hand Hygiene

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