An ICU nurse does not follow policy when administering a medication intravenously. Which would be the most appropriate action by the manager to assist the employee?

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1. Providing written instructions for the medication is not as constructive as providing and discussing the policy.
2. The ICU staff does not need remediation or reprimand.
3. This strategy helps to educate the nurse and improve practice. Documenting this action also sets the scene for further action if the policy is not followed in the future.
4. Reprimanding is not the first step in this process.

An ICU Nurse Does Not Follow Policy When Administering a Medication