A nurse is caring for a client who has an allergy to penicillin. The health care provider has prescribed amoxicillin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Rationale: A. Call the pharmacist for clarification of the medication contraindications: While the pharmacist can provide medication information, it is the provider’s responsibility to evaluate the appropriateness of the prescription and modify it if needed. B. Administer the medication as prescribed: Administering amoxicillin to a client allergic to penicillin places the client at risk for an allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, since both drugs are in the same class. C. Discuss the prescription with the health care provider: Amoxicillin is a penicillin derivative and contraindicated for clients with penicillin allergies. The nurse should immediately clarify the prescription with the provider before administration to ensure client safety. D. Place an incident report in the medical record: Incident reports are used after an error or near-miss has occurred, not before a potential error is prevented. They are also never placed in the client’s medical record.