Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 320 of 2368
The nurse scans a client wristband and then a medication, and the scanner displays an error message. Which action should the nurse take?
- Override the message because the label was already checked twice
- Give the medication and report the message after the medication pass
- Rescan the medication repeatedly until the message clears, then give it
- Obtain assistance before giving the medication
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Correct answer: Obtain assistance before giving the medication
Most error messages warn of a possible medication error. The nurse should get help before giving the medication.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Administration of Enteral Medications: Steps. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026