Before Signing the Verbal Orders Given Earlier, the Physician Notifies

question 19

Multiple Choice

Before signing the verbal orders given earlier, the physician notifies the nurse of incorrectly wording the order. The physician requests the nurse to go back and insert the missing information. Which actions illustrate a lack of knowledge by the nurse? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Use a black pen and insert the missing information.
• B) Insist that the physician write a new order.
• C) Write an addendum clarifying the order.
• D) Toss the old order and write a new one.

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