When checking to make sure that he or she is administering the right medication, the nurse should always

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The nurse should read the label on the medication and compare it with the MAR to ensure that they are administering the correct medication. Checking the size, shape, and color of the pills may not be enough to ensure that the correct medication is being given. Asking the patient to confirm the medication could lead to confusion or error, and it is not always possible to ask the nurse who worked the previous shift.

When Checking to Make Sure That He or She Is