The Nurse Notes That Artane Has Been Ordered as a Preoperative

Multiple Choice

The nurse notes that Artane has been ordered as a preoperative medication for the client. What is the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?

A) Administer the medication; this is an expected preoperative medication for the client.
B) Administer the drug cautiously; anaphylaxis can occur quickly with this drug.
C) Call the physician to question the order based on the client's allergy history.
D) Call the physician to question the order; this is not a usual preoperation medication.