The nurse is preparing to administer a medication that the agency designates as "high alert." What action should the nurse take?

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Administering a medication designated as "high alert" requires an additional layer of safety to prevent medication errors. Asking another registered nurse to verify the medication is an appropriate action to ensure the correct medication is being administered. Calling the pharmacist or declining to administer the medication unless a physician is present may delay the administration of the medication, which could be detrimental to the patient's health. Requesting the nursing supervisor to administer the medication may not always be feasible, and the responsibility of administering medication lies with the nurse administering the medication.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer a Medication That the Agency