The health care provider is preparing to administer an experimental drug intrathecally to a child with leukemia, the nurse should:
a. inform the client that the drug is experimental.
b. ensure information on the drug is available for reference on the nursing unit.
c. document the dosage, route, and time of drug administration for the health care provider.
d. obtain an informed consent from the client.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This is the responsibility of the health care provider.
B Correct: This is a nursing responsibility.
C Incorrect: The nurse should not document the administration of a drug for someone else.
D Incorrect: A child does not sign an informed consent.
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