The nurse is caring for a patient who has an order for Osmitrol (mannitol) 1 g/kg to be infused over an hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to administering the medication?
A) Assess deep tendon reflexes.
B) Determine the blood pressure.
C) Evaluate level of consciousness.
D) Listen to bowel sounds.

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Before administering Osmitrol, the nurse should determine the patient's blood pressure as Osmitrol may cause hypotension. While it is important to assess for other parameters such as deep tendon reflexes, level of consciousness, and bowel sounds, they are not directly related to the administration of Osmitrol.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Has an Order