A 56-year-old female patient has been admitted to the hospital with chronic muscle spasms and has been prescribed a new medication to treat the spasms. She has a poorly documented allergy to eggs, synthetic clothes, and perfumes
What is the priority action of the nurse to ensure that prescribed medication does not experience an allergic reaction?
A) Call the prescriber immediately regarding her allergic reactions
B) Hold the medication for her muscle spasms until she can be treated for a possible allergic reaction
C) Post an allergies notice on the front of the chart and document the allergies in the appropriate area of the patient's record
D) Call the dietary staff and make sure that the patient is not served eggs for breakfast
C
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1. Function independently 2. To set own schedule and priorities 3. Feel free to question advice 4. Have more responsibility for care of client 5.
Other forms of communication by the licensed practical nurse include:
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