How Do I Check Drugs Before Administration?

How Do I Check Drugs Before Administration?

Checking a drug before administration is not just a “good idea” but also a legal requirement in all states of Australia (and probably internationally).

The 5 “Drug Rights” should be performed, including:

Right patient;
Right Drug;
Right Dose;
Right Time; and
Right Route.

On top of this, I also include the patient’s “Right to refusal” – always check that the patient gives you consent to inject them or administer a certain drug.

Check that the drug is in date.