Authors

  1. Polifroni, E. Carol EdD, RN, CNAA, BC
  2. Allchin, Lynn PhD, RN
  3. McNulty, John J. MS, RN,BC

Abstract

New and recent graduates of schools of nursing have limited mathematical skills for medication administration. The purpose of this article is to provide a prescription for change to address the issue of limited math skills for medication administration. The authors recommend three areas of needed change: relationships, practice, and expectations. These three areas require attention from both the hiring agency and the educational institution.