The nurse manager is developing a “read-back” procedure to reduce medication administration errors. Which of the following are purposes of the “read-back” requirement? Select all that apply. 1. To...

The nurse manager is developing a “read-back” procedure to reduce medication administration errors. Which of the following are purposes of the “read-back” requirement? Select all that apply.

1. To prohibit prescriptions and test results from being communicated verbally or by telephone.

2. To make sure that prescriptions and test results that are communicated verbally or by telephone are clear to the receiver of the information.

3. To make sure that prescriptions and test results that are communicated verbally or by telephone are confirmed by the individual giving the information.

4. To minimize the risk of nonauthorized personnel from giving prescriptions which are communicated verbally or by telephone.

5. To encourage the use of electronic medical records.