The Nurse Is Setting Up Medications for Clients in a Hospital

The nurse is setting up medications for clients in a hospital setting. Which guidelines are recommended for this procedure? Select all that apply.

A) Work from the bottom to the top of the MAR when setting up medications.
B) Set up medications for all clients at one time.
C) Compare each medication label with the MAR to make sure they are identical.
D) Read the medication package at least two times.
E) If unit doses are difficult to open, bring scissors when going to the bedside.
F) Do not open a unit-dose package until ready to give the medicine.