61. During a period when the computerized medication order system was down, the prescriber wrote admission orders, and the nurse is transcribing them. The nurse is having difficulty transcribing one order because of the prescriber's handwriting. Which is the best action for the nurse to take at this time? • Ask a colleague what the order says. • Wait until the prescriber makes rounds again to clarify the order. • Contact the prescriber to clarify the order. • Ask the patient what medications he takes at home.
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Waiting until the prescriber makes rounds again could delay the patient's treatment. Asking the patient about their home medications may not be accurate as they may not remember all their medications or doses. Show more…
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