The client with acute mania is prescribed 600 mg of lithium (lithium carbonate) PO three times per day. The primary health care provider also prescribes 5 mg of haloperidol (Haldol) PO at bedtime. Which action should the nurse take?
1. Administer the medication as prescribed.
2. Question the primary health care provider about the prescription.
3. Administer the Haldol, but not the lithium.
4. Consult with the nursing supervisor before administering the medications.
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