In a critical situation, a physician orders the nurse to administer a dose of a drug that the nurse knows would constitute an overdose for the patient. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The statement by the nurse that is most appropriate is "The dose is more than I can give. However, if the dose is medically indicated, please administer it yourself." This informs the physician of your legal position without creating an adversarial professional position.

In a Critical Situation, a Physician Orders the Nurse to Administer