The Nurse Believes That a Physician's Order Written at the End

Multiple Choice

The nurse believes that a physician's order written at the end of a shift is contrary to the accepted standard of care and could potentially harm the patient. What should the nurse do?

A) Ask the nurse manager what to do.
B) Question the physician regarding the order.
C) Let the next shift make the decision regarding implementation of the order.
D) Complete the order as directed.