A nurse receives an order to administer epinephrine (Adrenalin) orally to a client. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?
A) Call the physician to question the order.
B) Administer the medication as ordered.
C) Call the pharmacist for clarification of the order.
D) Hold the order and continue to monitor the client.
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