Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse opens a unit-dose of a prescribed medication prior to administering it to a client who refuses to take the medicationA nurse opens a unit-dose of a prescribed medication prior to administering it to a client. The client refuses to take the medication. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Reporting the incident to the provider is essential to ensure patient safety and compliance with healthcare regulations, allowing for further evaluation of the client's needs.