The nurse is preparing to administer IM morphine sulfate to a client who is in pain. On checking the physician's prescription, the nurse notes that the prescription states, “morphine sulfate 60 mg IM...

The nurse is preparing to administer IM morphine sulfate to a client who is in pain. On checking the physician's prescription, the nurse notes that the prescription states, “morphine sulfate 60 mg IM every 4 hours as needed for pain.” The usual dose of morphine is 10 to 15 mg. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?

1. Administer the medication as prescribed.

2. Administer 15 mg of the drug.

3. Contact the physician to verify the prescription.

4. Ask another nurse to review the prescription.