The nurse is preparing to administer morning medications. Which action(s) does the nurse implement to identify the patient before administering medications? (Select all that apply).

Choice A rationale: Checking the patient’s identification band is a standard procedure to ensure the right patient is receiving the medication. Choice B rationale: Asking another nurse to identify the patient is not a reliable method and could lead to errors. Choice C rationale: Checking the name on the foot of the bed is not a reliable method as it could be incorrect. Choice D rationale: Asking the roommate to verify the patient’s name is not a reliable or confidential method.