How Can Nurses Ensure Safe Administration of Potent Drugs?
To ensure the safe administration of potent drugs, nurses should adhere to the following practices:
Double-check medication orders and dosages. Use technology such as bar-code scanning to verify the right patient, medication, and dose. Follow institutional protocols for high-alert medications. Educate patients on potential side effects and the importance of adherence. Continuously monitor patients for signs of adverse reactions and efficacy of the medication.
