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On checking the stock balance in the controlled drug record book as a newly qualified nurse, you and a colleague notice a discrepancy. What would you do?

  • Check the cupboard, record book and order book. If the missing drugs aren’t found, contact pharmacy to resolve the issue. You will also complete an incident form.

  • Document the discrepancy on an incident form and contact the senior pharmacist on duty.

  • Check the cupboard, record book and order book. If the missing drugs aren’t found the police need to be informed.

  • Check the cupboard, record book and order book and inform the registered nurse or person in charge of the clinical area. If the missing drugs are not found then inform the most senior nurse on duty. You will also complete an incident form.