The nurse calls a health care provider to report that a client with congestive heart failure (CHF) is exhibiting dyspnea and worsening of wheezing. The health care provider, who is in a hurry because of a situation in the emergency department, gives the nurse a telephone prescription for furosemide (Lasix) but does not specify the route of administration. What is the appropriate action on the part of the nurse?
A. Calling the health care provider who gave the telephone prescription to clarify the prescription
B. Calling the nursing supervisor for assistance in determining the route of administration
C. Administering the medication intravenously, because this route is generally used for clients with CHF
D. Administering the medication orally and clarifying the prescription once the health care provider has finished caring for the client in the emergency department
Answer: A. Calling the health care provider who gave the telephone prescription to clarify the prescription
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