The Nursing Prof Blog
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Rethinking the Five Rights of Medication Administration: A Call for Systemic Change
Patient safety is paramount in healthcare. The “Five Rights” of medication administration have been touted for decades as a fundamental guideline for ensuring safe medication practices. These rights stipulate that the right patient should receive the right medication, at the right dose, at the right time, and via the right route. While well-intentioned, this approach…