A nurse discovers that the wrong medication was nearly given, but the error is identified before administration. Which action is appropriate?
Correct answer: B. Document and report the near miss according to hospital policy
- A. Hide the incident because the patient was not harmed
- B. Document and report the near miss according to hospital policy
- C. Record that the prescribed medication was administered
- D. Discuss the event only with the next shift nurse
Explanation
A near miss should be reported and documented honestly so that contributing system problems can be corrected. It should not be recorded as administered, even when no harm reaches the patient.
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