RN Exam Practice
Management of CareQuestion 701 of 2368

The nurse receives a new order that conflicts with the client's previous documentation and seems unclear. Which action is best?

  1. Give the medication as ordered and then monitor the client very closely
  2. Discuss the concern with the pharmacist or provider before carrying out the order
  3. Ask the client's family members whether the new order seems correct to them
  4. Wait until the next shift to clarify the order with the oncoming nurse
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Correct answer: Discuss the concern with the pharmacist or provider before carrying out the order

An unclear or concerning order should be discussed with another nurse, charge nurse, pharmacist, or provider before it is implemented.

Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Advocacy: Individual and Interpersonal Advocacy. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Management of Care"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026