Checklist proceedings of the protocol for administrating parenteral medication3
| Proceeding | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1. Check medication | Checking the drug on the basis of a medication list or distribution list |
| 2. Prepare administration | Preparation of administration: setting pump and speed of injection |
| 3. Collect materials | Gathering the needed materials and checking the administration label |
| 4. Identify patient | Identifying the patient either electronically or by checking the name, date of birth, patient number and type of medication |
| 5. Hand hygiene | Hand disinfection before administration/wearing gloves during administration |
| 6. Check flow infusion | Checking the intravenous medication line before administering the medication |
| 7. Check pump mode | Checking or setting the pump mode before administering medication |
| 8. Check by a second nurse | Having a second nurse check the order, medication, dosage, administration route, administration rate, patient and time of administration |
| 9. Sign medication order | As the administrator, signing the medication order |