Cyndy notices that the doctor has ordered the administration of 400 mg of meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol) every 2 hours. She knows that the usual dose is 50 to 150 mg every 3–4 hours. What should she do?
a. Administer the drug as ordered but include your concerns in your documentation.
b. Administer the drug as ordered.
c. Administer the usual dose, chart the change, and ask the doctor at rounds.
d. Question the dose in accordance with the facility's procedures.
d. Question the dose in accordance with the facility's procedures.
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