Which Priority Nursing Actions Should the Nurse Take Prior to Administering

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which priority nursing actions should the nurse take prior to administering penicillin G benzathine (Bicillin LA) to a client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) Have the client lie down and assess vital signs.
• B) Inquire about a history of allergies to penicillin.
• C) Inform the client that they will need be observed for 30 minutes after the injection.
• D) Inform the client that they will need someone to drive them home.
• E) Advise the client to rest for the remainder of the day.

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