Which ward-management method best helps identify repeated delays in medication administration?
Correct answer: A. Review medication records and discuss patterns with the team
- A. Review medication records and discuss patterns with the team
- B. Rely on informal comments made during tea breaks
- C. Remove the medication records after each shift
- D. Ask only the most senior nurse for an opinion
Explanation
Reviewing medication records can reveal when and why delays occur, allowing the team to correct staffing, supply or coordination problems. Informal comments alone do not provide a reliable or complete basis for improvement.
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