What documentation must be left when a designated RN retrieves medications from a closed pharmacy?

When a designated registered nurse (RN) retrieves medications from a closed pharmacy, it is essential to maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation to ensure proper tracking and accountability of the medications dispensed. The correct approach is to leave a record that includes the patient’s information, the specific medication retrieved, the quantity taken, the date of retrieval, and the signature of the RN who made the retrieval.

This documentation serves multiple purposes: it provides a clear audit trail for the medication retrieved, facilitates accountability for the RN, and ensures that accurate records are kept for patient safety and regulatory compliance. By having all of this information documented together, it becomes easier to cross-reference with other records, track usage patterns, and prevent medication errors.

In contrast, options that involve only the patient's ID, a prescription form, or a medication log book do not provide the full scope of necessary information or fail to ensure adequate accountability and tracking. The absence of key details, such as the medication name and quantity retrieved, renders those alternatives insufficient for compliance with pharmacy regulations and standards of practice.