The "Five Rights" of medication administration are a set of guidelines to ensure safe and effective drug delivery to patients. They include:
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Right Patient: Confirm the identity of the patient receiving the medication to avoid errors.
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Right Drug: Ensure the correct medication is being given, checking the name and dosage against the prescription.
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Right Dose: Administer the correct dosage of the medication, ensuring it is appropriate for the patient's age, weight, and condition.
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Right Route: Confirm the correct method of administration (oral, intravenous, intramuscular, etc.) as prescribed.
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Right Time: Administer the medication at the right time as indicated, considering the frequency and timing of doses.
These rights serve as a fundamental principle in medication administration to enhance patient safety and therapeutic efficacy.
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