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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
This question might seem like it has an obvious answer (ask the physician to clarify before administering the medication). Still, you would be surprised by how many candidates I have interviewed who said they would give what dosage they felt was correct from their training and experience. While your training and expertise are essential to being an excellent nurse, you must also know when to ask for help and clarification. It could be the difference between life and death if you give an inaccurate drug dosage, so you should always err on the side of caution.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"I have had that happen several times in my career, as many physicians are in a hurry when charting. If I am unsure of the medication dosage or other patient care instructions, I contact the physician to clarify. The last thing I want to do is harm my patients by giving them an incorrect dosage or improper treatment."

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"Whenever I am unsure what a physician or another healthcare professional writes down regarding patient care or drug dosing, I contact that person directly to clarify. I would not rely on someone else to interpret the physician's writing, as it could be misinterpreted and dangerous for the patient."
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