42. The medication order reads, "Give ondansetron 4 mg, 30 minutes before beginning chemotherapy to prevent nausea." The nurse notes that the route is missing from the order. What is the nurse's best action? 1.25 Points • Hold the medication until the prescriber returns to make rounds. • Give the medication intravenously because the patient might vomit. • Give the medication orally because the tablets are available in 4-mg doses. • Contact the prescriber to clarify the route of the medication ordered.
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