The nurse transcribes a new medication order that exceeds normal dosage recommendations for that medication. Which of the following is the best nursing action?
1. Consult with the pharmacy about the dosage.
2. Ask the unit secretary to call the doctor and clarify the order.
3. Consult with the hospitalist to correct the order.
4. Clarify the order with the prescribing physician.
4
Rationale: Only the prescribing physician can clarify the order, and it must be the nurse who calls, not the unit clerk, as verbal orders can be taken only by licensed personnel.
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