ATI N 1201222 Med Surg Final Exam

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A health care provider has written an order for digoxin for the patient, but the nurse cannot read whether the order is for 0.25 mg or 0.125 mg. What action would be the best to prevent a medication error?

A. check the dosage with a more experienced nurse B. consult a drug handbook and administer the normal dose C. contact the hospital pharmacist about the order D. contact the health care provider to clarify the illegible order

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Clarifying with the provider ensures correct dosage, preventing errors. Consulting others or handbooks risks assumptions.

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