How should medications be verified before administration?

Verifying medications before administration is a critical process to ensure patient safety and the effectiveness of the treatment. Understanding the "6 rights" of medication administration is fundamental in this verification process. The "6 rights" refer to the right patient, right medication, right dosage, right route, right time, and right documentation.

By adhering to these principles, a medication manager can systematically confirm that they are providing the correct medication to the correct patient, at the right time and in the right way. This approach greatly reduces the risk of medication errors and enhances patient safety.

In contrast, relying on a single check of the label, assuming the correct patient, or using memory alone does not provide the comprehensive verification needed to prevent mistakes. Each of these approaches lacks the robustness and reliability that comes with applying the full protocol of the "6 rights." Thus, emphasizing the "6 rights" is essential for thorough medication verification and optimal patient care.