A patient’s chart includes an order that reads as follows: “Lanoxin 250 mcg once daily at 0900.” Which action by the nurse is correct? a )The nurse gives the drug via the transdermal route. b )The nurse gives the drug orally. c) The nurse gives the drug intravenously. d) The nurse contacts the prescriber to clarify the dosage route

A patient’s chart includes an order that reads as follows: “Lanoxin 250 mcg once daily at 0900.” Which action by the nurse is correct? a )The nurse gives the drug via the transdermal route. b )The nurse gives the drug orally. c) The nurse gives the drug intravenously. d) The nurse contacts the prescriber to clarify the dosage route

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