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Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS Adult Practice Test

Category - AACN Clinical Nurse Specialist Practice Test

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A staff nurse recognizes that the dose prescribed for a client is higher than the safe dosage for the client. The medication is scheduled to be administered, but the nurse is unable to reach the physician. The most appropriate nursing action is to:
  1. Administer the medication as prescribed
  2. Administer the safe dose
  3. Hold the medication until the physician is contacted
  4. Call the nursing supervisor
Explanation
Answer: D - If a nurse has questions regarding a physician’s order, the nurse should contact or locate the physician for clarification. If the nurse is unable to reach the physician or if the order stays the same after talking to the physician, it is best to contact the nursing supervisor for further clarification. The hospital pharmacist is also an excellent resource.
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