The prescription reads, "Aspirin two tablets every 2 hrs for pain.". Which should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)
1. Add "by mouth" to the prescription.
2. Clarify the administration frequency.
3. Change the prescription to "650 mg.".
4. Administer the dose by client request.
5. Ask a nursing assistant to call provider.
6. Change prescription to "every 4 hrs prn.".
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2. The nurse speaks with the provider to clarify the dose, the route, and the frequency of administering aspirin. Aspirin is available in many dosages and routes including tablets, chewable tablets, extended-release tablets, and suppositories. Generally, aspi-rin is prescribed once daily or every 4 to 6 hours.
1, 3, and 6. The nurse does not alter the prescription unless instructed by the provider.
4. As the prescription is written, the nurse administers 2 aspirin tablets every 2 hours around the clock because the prescription lacks "prn" dosing.
5. The nursing assistant is not trained or educated to clarify prescriptions.
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