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The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Medication Ordered by the Surgeon

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The nurse is preparing to administer a medication ordered by the surgeon in a dose much higher than is recommended. What action should the nurse take?


A) Call the surgeon to clarify the order.
B) Administer the medication as ordered and chart the high dose.
C) Administer the medication and stay with the client to observe for adverse reactions.
D) Administer the medication in the usual dosage.

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