The Nurse Is Having Difficulty Reading an Order Written by the Physician.Before

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse is having difficulty reading an order written by the physician.Before transcribing the order, the nurse should take which action?

• A)Verify interpretation of the order with a colleague.
• B)Ask another physician on the unit to interpret the order.
• C)Contact the physician to clarify the order.
• D)Ask the client what plan of treatment was discussed with the physician.

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