The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer an IV Medication That

question 22

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to administer an IV medication that the agency designates as "high alert." What action should the nurse take?

• A)Ask another registered nurse to verify the medication
• B)Call the pharmacist to check the ordered dosage of the medication
• C)Decline to administer the medication unless there is a physician present
• D)Request that the nursing supervisor administer the medication

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