Medication Administration Best Practices for COPD

A nurse is preparing to administer multiple medications to a patient suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation. The physician has ordered the following medications: a bronchodilator, a corticosteroid, and an antimicrobial agent. Prior to administration, the nurse must ensure compliance with best practices in medication administration.

Which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure safe and effective medication administration for this patient? (Select all that apply.)