The Patient Has Been Ordered to Receive Sudafed to Treat

question 15

Multiple Choice

The patient has been ordered to receive Sudafed to treat nasal congestion.The nurse performing an admission assessment learns that the patient has diabetes mellitus.What action is appropriate for the nurse to take?

• A) Administer the medication as ordered.
• B) Contact the provider to discuss a lower dose.
• C) Give the medication and monitor serum glucose closely.
• D) Hold the medication and contact the provider.

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