You review the order before completing discharge teaching. What is your first action?

Three-year-old c.e. is admitted to the emergency department (ed) fast

in this scenario, the first action of the nurse would be to verify the accuracy of the medication order for C.E. The nurse should check if the dose of Augmentin prescribed by the PCP is appropriate for C.E.’s weight of 14 kg and if the frequency and duration of the medication are correct. The nurse should also check for any potential interactions with C.E.’s known allergy to penicillin and any other medications she may be taking.

If there are any discrepancies or concerns with the medication order, the nurse should consult with the PCP or the pharmacist to clarify the order and ensure the safe administration of medication to the patient. The nurse should also ensure that C.E.’s parents understand how to administer the medication, including the proper dosing and frequency, and the importance of completing the full course of antibiotics as prescribed.