The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Medication to a Patient

The nurse is preparing to administer medication to a patient who is alert and oriented.When medications are reviewed with the patient,the patient states that he does not take metoprolol.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) Ignore the patient's statement and give the medication.
B) Withhold the medication.
C) Convince the patient that the doctor prescribed it,and he should take it.
D) Give the medication and check the prescription afterward.