Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a client receiving IV antibiotics and is focused on medication reconciliation scenario 7. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Compare home medications with new orders and clarify discrepancies.
2. B. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
3. C. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

A. Compare home medications with new orders and clarify discrepancies.

Explanation

The priority action for medication reconciliation is to compare home medications with new orders and clarify discrepancies. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: easy
• Domain: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
• Objective: medication reconciliation

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