The pediatric nurse reviews a hand-written medication order which reads, "09/16/2013, acetaminophen 160 mg (5 mL) PO q4h for fever." What will the nurse do next?
a. Administer the drug when indicated.
b. Ask the provider to confirm if dose is correct for the patient's age.
c. Clarify the nursing assessments necessary for giving a dose.
d. Contact the provider to request patient allergy information.
ANS: C
This order contains all components except the level of temperature necessary to justify a dose of an antipyretic. The patient's age and allergy information are part of the medical record data base.
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