During the medication administration process, it is important that the nurse remembers which guideline? a )When in doubt about a drug, ask a colleague about it before giving the drug. b) Ask what the patient knows about the drug before giving it. c )When giving a new drug, be sure to read about it after giving it. d) If a patient expresses a concern about a drug, stop, listen, and investigate the concerns

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