The nurse is caring for a patient scheduled for surgery this morning who is not to be given anything orally
The nurse reviews the medication administration record and finds the patient has an important medication due but it is supposed to be given orally. What is the nurse's best action? A) Give the medication with a small sip of water.
B) Give the medication via a different route.
C) Hold the medication and put a note on the front of the chart for the surgeon.
D) Call the ordering health care provider and clarify administration.
D
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The nurse would consult with the ordering provider to determine whether the medication should be held, given by another route, or taken with a sip of water. Administering the medication with a small sip of water could cause the cancellation of the procedure, either because of the sip of water or because the medication may interfere with anesthesia. The nurse cannot change the route of administration without an order. Holding the medication would constitute a drug error because the medication was not given on time.
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