Question

question 2
which action would the nurse take when unable to find information about the medication in any of the hospital databases or electronic health records when attempting to decrease the patients adverse reactions to prescribed medications?
avoid administering the medication.
contact the hospital pharmacist.
contact the primary health care provider.
ask the patient for written consent before administering.

Explanation:

In nursing practice, when a nurse is unable to find information about a medication and wants to avoid adverse reactions, contacting the hospital pharmacist is a standard - practice as they are medication experts. Avoiding administering the medication might not always be the best option without further investigation. Contacting the primary health - care provider may take more time and the provider may not have all the detailed medication information at hand compared to a pharmacist. Asking for written consent before administering does not address the lack of information about the medication.

Answer:

Contact the hospital pharmacist.