Which options reflect what the nurse should consider prior to administering medication to a hospitalized patient?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
1. Correct, common dosage for this patient
2. Action of the medication
3. Cost of the medication
4. Signs of untoward reaction to the medication
5. Whether the patient's insurance covers the medication
1,2,4
Rationale: The nurse should always consider if the dosage ordered is a correct and common dosage for this patient.
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