The nurse is preparing to administer a liquid medication. After removing the container cap, which of these steps in preparation is correct?
a. Place cap facedown, hold bottle at waist level, and pour to desired level using edge of liquid as the scale.
b. Dispose of cap, hold bottle at chest level, and pour to desired level using base of the meniscus as the scale.
c. Place cap on the side, hold bottle at eye level, and pour to desired level using edge of liquid as the scale.
d. Place cap upside down, hold bottle at eye level, and pour to desired level using base of the meniscus as the scale.
D
When preparing to administer a liquid medication, hold bottle at eye level, and pour to desired level using base of the meniscus as the scale to ensure accuracy of the dose. Place cap upside down on a stable surface to prevent transfer of microorganisms.
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