When the nurse suspects a co-worker of abusing drugs while working, the nurse should:
a. confront the abuser.
b. report observations to a supervisor.
c. call the state board of nursing.
d. discuss the problem with another co-worker.
B
The nurse's observations should be reported objectively, preferably in writing, to the supervisor.
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