A nurse caring for Mr.Bishop,27,receives a physician's order for penicillin,but the chart indicates that he is allergic to the drug.When consulting with the physician,the nurse is told that the allergy is "all in Mr.Bishop's head." What is the nurse's next step?

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Holding the medication and informing the nursing supervisor is the best choice because giving a medication that a patient is allergic to can cause serious harm or even death. The physician's remark that the allergy is "all in Mr. Bishop's head" should not be ignored and the nurse should not administer the medication without further clarification from a healthcare provider. It is important for the nurse to advocate for the patient's safety and well-being by holding the medication and seeking guidance from a higher authority.

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