The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Medications to a Patient

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a patient. The patient is complaining of shortness of breath. The nurse should:

A) provide the patient with oxygen since it does not require a provider order.
B) complete at least two checks to ensure that the proper medication is given.
C) check the provider orders for all forms of prescription medications.
D) remember that medication administration is an independent nursing action.