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In the cafeteria you notice the smell of alcohol on a nurse who works in your unit. You and this coworker are close friends. After lunch, you notice the same nurse drawing up an injectable medication for a patent. Her movements seem awkward and uncoordinated. What action should you take at this time?
  1. Help the nurse draw up the medication.
  2. Approach her and accuse her of drinking while on duty.
  3. Draw up the medication yourself and go give it to her client.
  4. Take the medication from her and tell her you must report her to the supervisor immediately.
Explanation
Answer: D - A nurse under the influence of alcohol, or drugs, while on duty must immediately be reported to the supervisor. This nurse must not be allowed any further contact with clients. Afterward, you will need to fill out an incident report based on your factual findings.
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