What actions should a nurse take when a mother expresses concern about the dosage of water-soluble medication for a 4-month-old child?

• A. Provide the dose exactly as the mother requests.
• B. Verify dosage requirements in the Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR) in mg/kg and compare water composition requirements of adults and children.
• C. Administer half the dose to be safe.
• D. Refer to the manufacturer's label only.

Answer: (B)