A Nurse Who Administers the Wrong Medication to a Patient

A nurse who administers the wrong medication to a patient does not notify anyone of the error. Instead, the nurse documents administration of the correct medication. Ultimately, the error is discovered and the nurse is reported to the state board of nursing. Which action does the state board of nursing take against the nurse in this situation?

A) Disciplinary action against the nurse's license to practice
B) Criminal misdemeanor charges against the nurse
C) Medical malpractice lawsuit against the nurse
D) Termination of the nurse's employment