Physician and other healthcare providers write orders for procedures and medications. The nurse is responsible for Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Questioning an order that the client questions
2. Carrying out an order that is dated and signed by the provider
3. Carrying out verbal orders given by the physician
4. Questioning illegible orders
5. Assuming the dosage of an unclear order
1,2,4
Rationale 1: If a client questions an order, the nurse should recheck the order before giving the medication
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