When administering medication via intravenous (IV) push, the nurse
1. Must administer the medication quickly to assure that it takes effect rapidly.
2. Must research the length of time over which the medication must be administered.
3. Must ensure that the medication remains undiluted before administering it.
4. May delegate the administration to an LVN or LPN.
ANS: 2
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