The nurse is providing medications to a client with a gastrostomy tube. Diclofenac (Cambia) has been ordered. Prior to administration, the nurse should take which of the following actions?
A. Ensure that the medication comes as a liquid preparation.
B. Obtain a 3-mL syringe and needle with a safety device.
C. Document the medication provision.
D. Ask the client to state her name and room number.
A
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