The health care provider has given and signed an order for a specific client for zolpidem, 10 mg by mouth once daily at hour of sleep, and recorded the specific date and time of the order. what is the appropriate nursing action?

Administer the drug.

Explanation:

The nurse is expected to administer the drug through the mouth and it should be as stated by the health care provider which is 10 mg daily at hour of sleep. The nurse is also expected to ensure that the patient takes the medication. This is necessary in order to ensure compliance and prevent further deterioration of the patient's condition.