A nurse is teaching a class about reducing the risk of medication errors. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

A. Preparing medications for multiple clients simultaneously increases the risk of errors due to distractions, mix-ups, and loss of focus. Safe practice requires preparing medications for one client at a time to ensure accuracy. B. Delaying documentation increases the risk of missed or duplicate doses. Medications should be documented immediately after administration to maintain an accurate record and enhance patient safety. C. Using identifying vests, often called “medication safety vests” or “no interruption zones,” signals to others that the nurse is performing medication administration and should not be disturbed. This strategy reduces distractions, interruptions, and errors, which are common causes of medication mistakes in clinical settings. D. Medications should only be removed after verification by the pharmacist or following established safety protocols. Premature removal bypasses safety checks and increases the risk of errors.