Crystal, a RN, has been caring for a patient of Dr. Hoover. Crystal received an illegible order for a medication. Dr. Hoover has a reputation for impatience and irritability. Knowing Dr
Hoover's surly nature, which of the following would be the most appropriate action by Crystal? A. Clarify the order with the pharmacy.
B. Clarify the order with the nursing supervisor.
C. Clarify the order with Dr. Hoover.
D. Ask another nurse to look at the order to try to clarify it.
C
A nurse will assess all physician or health care provider orders, and if the nurse determines they are erroneous or harmful—or illegible—obtain clarification from that physician or health care provider.
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