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SubjectsFoundation of NursingFoundations of Nursing PracticeChapter 2 — Basic Nursing Procedures2.1 Medication Administration

Topic 2.1 · Foundation of Nursing · Basic Nursing Procedures

Medication Administration

Administer drugs following the Five Rights and check the prescription.

Routes include oral, IM, SC, IV and topical.

Important Facts

Five Rights
Patient, drug, dose, route, time
IM injection site
Dorsogluteal / deltoid

Key Points

  • Document after giving the drug
  • Never leave drugs at the bedside
Exam-Oriented Notes
  • »Z-track method prevents tissue irritation

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