Management of CareQuestion 426 of 2368
A nurse realizes that a medication was given at the wrong time. According to the ANA Code of Ethics, which action is expected?
- Correct the next dose quietly so that the client is not worried
- Report the error and ensure responsible disclosure of the error to the client
- Wait to see if the client has any problems before telling anyone
- Disclose the error only if the client asks about the medication
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Correct answer: Report the error and ensure responsible disclosure of the error to the client
Errors must be reported, and the nurse should ensure responsible disclosure to the client.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Legal/Ethical: Code of Ethics for Nurses. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026