A ward nurse finds that the count of a controlled medicine is lower than the amount recorded in the register. What should the nurse do first?
Correct answer: B. Recount the medicine with another authorised nurse
- A. Replace the missing medicine from the ward stock
- B. Recount the medicine with another authorised nurse
- C. Alter the register to match the physical count
- D. Wait until the next shift to investigate the difference
Explanation
The medicine and register should first be recounted with another authorised nurse to verify that the discrepancy is real. If confirmed, it must be reported and investigated according to controlled-drug policy, not concealed or replaced without documentation.
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