Prior to administering a medication, the nurse should:
a. ask the client about drug allergies.
b. ask the client why he or she is prescribed the medication.
c. draw laboratory specimens.
d. have the client empty his or her bladder.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Before administering any medication, the nurse should ask the client about all drug allergies.
B Incorrect: The nurse, not the patient, should provide this information, as well as the name of the drug.
C Incorrect: This is only necessary for certain medications.
D Incorrect: This is not necessary for medication administration.
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