Question

a nurse working in a medical - surgical unit is preparing to administer medications to a client. which of the following actions can the nurse take to identify the client? (select all that apply.)
compare the name on the clients wristband with the name in the medication administration record (mar).
ask the client to state their date of birth.
check the room number in the medication administration record (mar) with the room number of the client.
ask the client to state thier name.
use the bar code scan to identify the client.

Explanation:

• Compare the name on the client's wristband with the name in the MAR: Wristbands are a standard identification method in healthcare. Matching the name on the wristband (which is assigned at admission and verified multiple times) with the MAR ensures the right client - medication match.
• Ask the client to state their date of birth: Date of birth is a unique identifier. In healthcare, it is used along with the name (from wristband or self - stated) to confirm the client's identity. For example, two clients may have the same name, but different dates of birth.
• Ask the client to state their name: Self - stating the name is a basic verification step. However, it should be used in conjunction with another identifier (like date of birth or wristband match).
• Use the bar code scan to identify the client: Bar code scanning is a technology - based identification method. The client's wristband has a bar code that is scanned and matched with the MAR (which also has a bar code linked to the client's information).

• Check the room number in the MAR with the room number of the client: Room number is not a reliable identifier. Clients can be moved between rooms, or there could be errors in room number assignment. It does not uniquely identify the client like name, date of birth, or wristband information.

Answer:

• Compare the name on the client's wristband with the name in the medication administration record (MAR).
• Ask the client to state their date of birth.
• Ask the client to state thier name.
• Use the bar code scan to identify the client.