The nurse is preparing medications for a patient. The nurse is unfamiliar with one of the medications the patient is to receive. What is the best action for the nurse to take?

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The best action for the nurse to take when unfamiliar with a medication is to look it up in an approved drug book or electronic database to ensure it is the correct drug and dosage, and then call the provider if there appears to be any errors. This ensures patient safety and maintains professional responsibility.

The Nurse Is Preparing Medications for a Patient