A patient will receive penicillin to treat an infection. The provider orders probenecid (Probalan) , a medication to treat gout, even though the patient does not have gout. Which action by the nurse is correct?
A) Administer the drug since the provider ordered it.
B) Recognize that it is being given prophylactically.
C) Refuse to administer the medication since it is not indicated.
D) Verify that it is being given for its secondary action.
Correct Answer:
Verified
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