When a medication causes harm to a patient, providing immediate care is the foremost priority. The patient's safety and health are the primary concerns in a medical environment. In such a situation, the first action should be to assess the patient's condition and administer necessary treatments to address any adverse effects or complications resulting from the medication. This could involve stabilizing the patient, administering antidotes, or providing supportive care as needed.
Once the patient has received appropriate immediate care, other steps can follow, such as notifying the healthcare team, documenting the incident accurately, and communicating with the family. However, these actions come after ensuring that the patient's immediate health needs are met. Addressing the harm caused by the medication promptly helps mitigate further complications and promotes the best possible outcome for the patient.