What must you do after transcribing a medication onto the MAR?

After transcribing a medication onto the Medication Administration Record (MAR), the process requires crucial verification for patient safety. Initialing and dating the entry is important for accountability and to establish a clear timeline of when the medication was transcribed. Furthermore, verifying the transcribed medication with another team member adds an additional layer of safety by ensuring that the information is accurate and correct. This double-checking process helps to prevent medication errors, which can have serious implications for patient health.

Effective communication and collaboration among healthcare providers are essential in medication administration practices, and a verification step is a standard protocol aimed at safeguarding patient care.