What is addressed in the standards rather than in the National Patient Safety Goal?

The choice that accurately reflects what is addressed in the standards rather than in the National Patient Safety Goal is the management of different aspects of the care process involving medication management. Standards typically encompass comprehensive protocols and guidelines that govern overall practices related to medication management, including how medications are prescribed, prepared, and administered.

In contrast, National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) focus specifically on high-priority areas that have been identified to improve patient safety outcomes. For instance, while NPSGs may specifically address preventing medication errors or ensuring accurate medication reconciliation, they do not delve into the broader systematic processes of medication management which are outlined in the standards. These standards cover more detailed operational aspects required for safe medication use in a healthcare setting, such as monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of medication management practices.

Therefore, while patient education, coordination of care, and management of medication administration are crucial for patient safety, they are encompassed by the overarching standards rather than being the direct focus of the National Patient Safety Goals.