A client comes to the clinic because of "yellow skin," which appeared after starting to take echinacea.The client lists amiodarone on the list of medications he is currently taking.Which action by the nurse takes highest priority?

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The highest priority action is to notify the physician because the combination of "yellow skin" (indicative of jaundice) and the use of amiodarone, a medication known for its hepatotoxic potential, suggests a serious adverse reaction that requires immediate medical attention.

A Client Comes to the Clinic Because of "Yellow Skin