When the patient's response exceeds the prescribed parameters at the minimal dose, you should
A. discontinue the infusion and notify the AP.
B. keep the infusion at the minimal rate.
C. continue to titrate the infusion upwards.
D. lower the infusion rate and notify the AP.
A
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