A nurse is preparing to administer morphine to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A. Request that an assistive personnel obtain the medication: Controlled substances like morphine must be handled and administered by a licensed nurse. Delegating this task to assistive personnel violates safe medication administration regulations. B. Verify the dosage of the medication with the provider: The dosage is typically verified against the provider’s order and the medication administration record rather than contacting the provider each time, unless there is a discrepancy or unusual dose. C. Record the client's temperature before administering the medication: Morphine administration does not require a temperature check. Assessment should focus on pain level, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and level of consciousness to ensure safe administration. D. Document obtaining the medication from the locked location: Controlled substances must be securely stored, and accurate documentation of removal from the locked medication location is essential for accountability, legal compliance, and prevention of diversion.