The nurse gives a patient the wrong medication and documents that the correct medication was given.The next staff member recognizes the error and reports the nurse to the state board of nursing.Which action can the state board of nursing take against the nurse in this situation?

A) Disciplinary action against the nurse's license to practice
B) Criminal misdemeanor charges against the nurse
C) Medical malpractice lawsuit against the nurse
D) Employment release from the institution

The state board of nursing has the authority to take disciplinary action against a nurse's license to practice if he/she has committed a medication error and falsified documentation. The disciplinary action may include suspension or revocation of the nurse's license to practice, fines, or probation. The board may also require the nurse to complete additional training or education to regain their license. Criminal charges and medical malpractice lawsuits are usually not pursued in situations like these, and employment release from the institution is not enough to address the seriousness of the situation.