Mrs Annan is recovering from hip replacement surgery and has asked the nurse for pain medication. The student reads the order as" Give 1-2 mg of Dilaudid subcutaneously q 3-4 h prn." and verifies the order on the MAR. After completing her research on the drug, she administers Dilaudid 1 mg. What is the student required to document?

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The student is required to document the time (when the medication was administered), dose (1 mg), site (subcutaneously), and her signature (to verify that she administered the medication). This ensures accurate documentation and accountability for the medication administration. It is important to include the dose and site to avoid potential errors or confusion for future administrations.

Mrs Annan Is Recovering from Hip Replacement Surgery and Has