You have just received a verbal order from medical direction to administer 2 mg of morphine sulfate to a patient. You should immediately:
a. Inquire about allergies
b. Confirm the narcotic log is correct
c. Gather the appropriate syringe and needle applicable to the situation
d. Repeat the medication order to base physician
d
Rationale: a. While inquiring about patient allergies is relevant; the order should be repeated immediately.
b. Narcotic logs should be kept up-to-date and checked at shift beginning and end or when removing from storage.
c. Gathering equipment should occur following confirmation of order.
d. Correct.
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