A Patient Is Receiving Intravenous Potassium Penicillin G, 2 Million

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient is receiving intravenous potassium penicillin G, 2 million units to be administered over 1 hour. At 1900, the nurse notes that the dose hung at 1830 has infused completely. What action will the provider take when notified of this medication error?

• A) Order an immediate assessment of the skin at the infusion site for signs of tissue necrosis.
• B) Order that the patient be closely observed for confusion and other neurotoxic effects.
• C) Order a serum electrolyte test and cardiac monitoring STAT.
• D) Request immediate notification of any bizarre behaviors demonstrated by the patient.

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