The order reads, "Give levothyroxine (Synthroid) , 200 mg, PO once every morning." Which action by the nurse is correct?
A) Give the medication as ordered.
B) Change the dose to 200 mcg because that is what the prescriber meant.
C) Hold the drug until the prescriber returns to see the patient.
D) Question the order because the dose is higher than 200 mcg.
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