The nurse understands that which of the following are necessary pieces of information needed when measuring the plasma concentration of a drug? Choose all that apply
a. Client's age and weight.
b. Client's renal, hepatic, and cardiovascular functioning status.
c. Client's family history of using this drug.
d. Client's use of other medications.
ANS: A, B, D
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Correct Answers a, b, and d are necessary information when measuring the plasma concentration of a drug.
Incorrect Answer c is wrong, because the client's history of the drug's use is necessary, but not the client's family history of using the drug.
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