When administering morning medications for a newly admitted patient,the nurse notes that the patient has an allergy to sulfa drugs.The patient has an order for sulfonylurea gliclazide (Diamicron).What is the best action for the nurse to take?

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There is an increased risk of cross-allergy when a patient who is allergic to sulfa drugs takes a sulfonylurea drug for diabetes.Therefore,the drug should be held and the order checked with the physician.

When Administering Morning Medications for a Newly Admitted Patient,the Nurse