Tenecteplase administration requires which verification step?

Tenecteplase administration requires which verification step?

• A. Dual verification by two qualified STM
• B. Single verification by one clinician
• C. No verification required
• D. Verification by the nurse on duty only

Answer: (A)

High-risk thrombolytics like tenecteplase require an extra layer of safety through a double-check process. Two qualified staff members independently verify the order and details to ensure the right patient receives the correct drug and dose at the correct time and via the right route, while also confirming there are no contraindications. This independent cross-check helps prevent dosing or patient identity errors and reduces the risk of serious bleeding complications. Relying on a single clinician or on the nurse on duty alone lacks this safety net, increasing the chance of an error.

High-risk thrombolytics like tenecteplase require an extra layer of safety through a double-check process. Two qualified staff members independently verify the order and details to ensure the right patient receives the correct drug and dose at the correct time and via the right route, while also confirming there are no contraindications. This independent cross-check helps prevent dosing or patient identity errors and reduces the risk of serious bleeding complications. Relying on a single clinician or on the nurse on duty alone lacks this safety net, increasing the chance of an error.