MedMania: Five Rights Frenzy

Which of the following is NOT one of the five rights of medication administration?

• Right Patient

• Right Medication

• Right Diagnosis

• Right Time

What is the first right of medication administration?

• Right dose

• Right route

• Right time

• Right Patient

The medication label is partially obscured or damaged, it is OK to rely on partial information for administration

• True

• False

The "Right Route" of medication administration ensures that the medication is given via the easiest route

• True

• False

Which of the following actions is essential to ensure the "Right Patient" in medication administration?

• Checking the patient's room number

• Verifying the patient's identity using two identifiers

• Asking the patient to confirm their favorite color

• Assuming the patient is who you think based on their appearance

Administering medication at the correct time is only important for maintaining patient convenience

• True

• False

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates an error related to the "Right Medication"?

• Skipping a dose of medication due to a patient's refusal

• Administering a medication with a similar name to the prescribed one

• Using an outdated medication chart for reference

• Delaying medication administration by 3 hours

Which action best demonstrates adherence to the "Right Dose" principle of medication administration?

• Assuming the dosage based on the patient's weight alone

• Administering a smaller dose to reduce potential side effects

• Calculating and confirming the correct dosage with another healthcare provider

• Administering a medication based on the nurse's preference

How does the "Right Time" of medication administration impact patient care?

• It ensures patients receive medications promptly

• It prevents medication interactions

• It minimizes patient discomfort

• It optimizes therapeutic effects

What should a nurse do if a patient questions the medication being administered?

• Ignore the patient's concerns and proceed

• Reassure the patient without checking the medication

• Double-check the medication order and verify with the healthcare provider

• Administer the medication and inform the doctor later