💊 NCLEX-RN Exam Prep

Before administering medication, a nurse enters a patient's room. What is the most reliable way to identify the patient?

A Ask the patient, 'Are you Mr. Smith?'
B Check the patient's room number against the medication administration record (MAR).
C Compare the patient's name and date of birth on the wristband to the MAR.
D Scan the patient's wristband and ask them to state their name.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Using two patient identifiers, such as name and date of birth from the wristband and comparing them to the MAR, is the safest and most reliable method to ensure correct patient identification.

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