Before you prepare any medication to be administered to a patient, you should:
a. Ask the patient how he or she would like to receive the medication
b. Ask if the patient is allergic to any medication
c. Ascertain the patient's comfort level and ability to receive medication
d. Check the medication three times before administering it
Answer: b. Ask if the patient is allergic to any medication
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