The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of prescribed antibiotics (ceftriaxone and azithromycin). Which action should the nurse take FIRST?
- Educate the patient about the purpose and potential side effects of the antibiotics
- Verify that blood and sputum cultures were collected before antibiotic administration
- Check the patient's current vital signs and oxygen saturation level
- Assess the patient's allergy history and review for potential drug interactions