The nurse explains that a drug may have several names. The trade name is the only name that can be:

Used by retailers to sell the drug.

Recognized as its chemical makeup.

Used in an order.

Trademarked.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A reason: Retailers use trade or generic names; trade isn’t exclusive here, as generics are sold too, making this a shared rather than unique trait.

Choice B reason: Chemical names define molecular structure (e.g., acetaminophen); trade names (e.g., Tylenol) are brand-specific, not tied to chemistry recognition.

Choice C reason: Orders use trade or generic names (e.g., Zestril or lisinopril); trade isn’t the only option, as generics are equally valid in prescriptions.

Choice D reason: Trade names are trademarked (e.g., Viagra); this legal protection distinguishes them from generic or chemical names, ensuring brand exclusivity.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A reason: Checking medications only once increases the likelihood of errors. Safe practice requires multiple verification steps.

Choice B reason: While better than a single check, verifying only twice may still miss potential discrepancies in drug or dosage accuracy.

Choice C reason: The three-check system (when retrieving, preparing, and administering medication) minimizes errors, ensuring patient safety through consistent validation at each step.

Choice D reason: Excessive verification may delay administration, reducing practicality without significantly improving safety beyond three checks.

A. After showing the drug label to the client B. Before returning the drug container to the client’s medication drawer C. Before calling the pharmacy D. After checking the drug container with a colleague

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A reason: Showing the client isn’t a standard check; patients don’t verify MAR, and this step lacks relevance to the nurse’s triple-check safety protocol.

Choice B reason: Checking before returning ensures accuracy; the third check confirms the right drug post-administration, completing the three-point verification process safely.

Choice C reason: Calling the pharmacy is unrelated; label checks occur during administration, not external consultation, making this an irrelevant timing option.

Choice D reason: Colleague checks aren’t routine; the three checks are individual, and this step doesn’t align with standard MAR verification timing protocols.

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Correct Answer is C

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Correct Answer is B

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