A nurse notices that a child is prescribed two medicines containing paracetamol. What should the nurse do first?
Correct answer: C. Hold the medicines and clarify the prescriptions
- A. Administer both medicines at different times
- B. Give the medicine with the larger dose
- C. Hold the medicines and clarify the prescriptions
- D. Ask the parent which medicine seems stronger
Explanation
Duplicate paracetamol can cause an excessive total dose and liver injury. The nurse should withhold administration until the prescriber clarifies the orders, rather than relying on timing or parental choice.
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