The HCP has ordered an intramuscular antibiotic. After reconstituting the medication, the clinic nurse must administer 4.8 mL of the medication. Which action should the nurse implement first when administering this medication?

B Administer the medication in the gluteal muscle. A Inform the HCP the amount of medication is too large. D Divide the medication and give 2.4 mL in each hip. C Discard the medication in the sharps container.