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A nurse is reviewing agency protocol prior to administering epoetin alfa to a client who has chronic kidney disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Discard the vial of medication if the solution is cloudy. This is important because epoetin alfa should be clear and colorless. Cloudiness may indicate contamination or degradation, rendering it unsafe for administration. Discarding the cloudy solution ensures that the client receives the appropriate and effective medication.

Choice B: Shaking the vial may introduce air bubbles and compromise the integrity of the medication.

Choice C: Diluting the medication with sterile water is not recommended without specific instructions as it may alter the concentration and effectiveness.

Choice D: Thawing the medication in the vial is incorrect as epoetin alfa is not typically frozen and does not require thawing before administration.

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