The nurse is preparing to administer a drug that is eliminated through the kidneys.The nurse reviews the patient's chart and notes that the patient has increased serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN).The nurse will perform which action?

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Increased creatinine and BUN indicate decreased renal function,so a drug that is eliminated through the kidneys can become toxic.The nurse should discuss a lower dose with the provider.The drug will have a longer half-life and will exhibit increased effects with decreased renal function.

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