Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 428 of 2368
When should the nurse document that a scheduled oral medication was given?
- Immediately after the medication is given to the client
- Before entering the client's room, to save time
- At the end of the shift with all other entries
- Only when the client reports a side effect
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Correct answer: Immediately after the medication is given to the client
Documenting before giving a medication is inappropriate and can cause errors. Documentation is done right after administration.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Legal/Ethical: DOCUMENTING. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026