How this exercise works
Identify which medication right is at risk (patient, drug, dose, route, time, etc.) and select the safest nursing action before administering.
Fundamental concept
FDA-regulated drug safety principles and the rights framework LPNs use before every administration.
Read: Medication Safety & the Nine Rights →Scenario
Insulin glargine 20 units subcutaneous is due. Two patients named James Miller are on the unit — one in 204 and one in 208. You have one syringe drawn and are standing between the rooms.
Insulin glargine 20 units subcutaneous is due. Two patients named James Miller are on the unit — one in 204 and one in 208. You have one syringe drawn and are standing between the rooms.
What is the priority action before injection?
