The nurse plays a major role in which of the following aspects of medi

The nurse plays a major role in which of the following aspects of medication therapy? (Select all that apply.)

1. Determining the necessity of a particular medication
2. Discontinuing prescribed medications when appropriate
3. Preparation of the client’s prescribed dose of medication
4. Monitoring the pharmacological effects of the prescribed medication
5. Delivering the medication in accordance with the prescriber’s directions
6. Instructing the client regarding the pharmacological effects of the medication

ANSWER

ANS: 3, 4, 5, 6
The nurse plays an essential role in medication preparation and administration, medication teach-ing, and evaluating clients’ responses to medications. The remaining options are not in the nursing scope of the RN.