An infant is to receive Tylenol 30 mg by mouth. The physician orders 65 mg to be given. The nurse administers Tylenol 65 mg. Who is legally responsible in the event that the infant has a toxic reaction to the medication?
A) The nurse
B) The pharmacist
C) The physician
D) The pharmacy technician
A
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