Nursing Podcast by NURSING.com (NRSNG) (NCLEX® Prep for Nurses and Nursing Students)

Ep053: Ensure Proper Identification of Patient When Providing Care


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You must check their appropriate ID before doing anything Medications: check name, birthday, and so forth Check patient’s armband (or other identifying device) if patient is unable to speak Many facilities require scanning the armband before giving any medications Always communicate important patient identifiers when delegating care as well Make sure you provide name, room […]
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Nursing Podcast by NURSING.com (NRSNG) (NCLEX® Prep for Nurses and Nursing Students)By Jon Haws RN: Nursing Podcast Host, Critical Care Nurse, Nursing School Men