The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Dyspnea Resulting

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with dyspnea resulting from pulmonary edema secondary to congestive heart failure.The health care provider is notified,and the nurse receives a verbal order for Lasix 40 mg STAT.Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A)Administer the medication immediately.
• B)Clarify the route for administration.
• C)Give the medication IV because the client is in distress and rapid effects are needed.
• D)Hold the medication until the prescriber comes to the unit to clarify route and sign the order.