- Guess the settings to save time.
- Administer the medication via a different route.
- Consult with a more experienced nurse or a pharmacist, or refer to the pump's manual, to ensure accurate programming and patient safety.
- Administer half the dose to be safe.
A nurse is preparing to administer medication via an intravenous pump. The pump’s settings are complex, and the nurse is not entirely confident in programming it correctly. What is the most ethical action?
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