Which Priority Nursing Actions Should the Nurse Take Prior to Administering

Which priority nursing actions should the nurse take prior to administering penicillin G benzathine (Bicillin LA) to a client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

A) Have the client lie down and assess vital signs.
B) Inquire about a history of allergies to penicillin.
C) Inform the client that they will need be observed for 30 minutes after the injection.
D) Inform the client that they will need someone to drive them home.
E) Advise the client to rest for the remainder of the day.