One of the steps necessary to ensure patient safety is to A. ensure that the patient has an authentic problem requiring the relevant medication.

B. make sure that the medication is dispensed in the same units in which it was prescribed.

C. check to see if there's a better medication for the patient's problem.

D. dispense an extra dose to save the patient from having to return in case of loss or damage to one of the doses.

Anurse is providing teaching to a client who has a gastric ulcer and a new prescription for ranitidine. which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. “i can take two aspirin to treat headaches.” b. “i should avoid dairy products when taking this medication.” c. “i can expect fine hand tremors when taking this medication.” d. “i should not take an antacid within 1 hour of taking this medication.”