Why Does the Nurse Need to Assess the Patient Before, During, and After Medication Administration?
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Annual adverse drug events (ADEs) result in hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and billions in excess medical costs, underscoring the critical need for nurses to assess the patient before, during, and after medication administration. A continuous nursing assessment process is the primary line of defense against medication errors and adverse reactions, ensuring patient safety is maintained at all times.
