Is there enough medication in a 15 mL container of potassium chloride oral solution 10%, 20 mEq per 15 mL, to fulfill an order of 22.5 mL? Explain
No, there is not enough medication in one container.
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The nurse is presenting a conference on gene dominance. What does the nurse report as the percentage of children carrying the dominant gene if one parent has a dominant gene and the other parent does not?
a. 10% b. 25% c. 50% d. 100%
When positioning a patient with increased intracranial pressure but without neck injuries, the nurse may elevate the head of the bed
A) 0 to 10 degrees. B) 15 to 30 degrees. C) 30 to 45 degrees. D) 45 to 90 degrees.
Of the following statements, which is the most correct about pain in the older adult?
A) Significant undertreated pain is a frequent problem for persons in nursing homes but not for those living in the community. B) Significant pain does not significantly affect vital signs in older adults. C) The most accurate ways to assess pain in verbal clients include client description and self-report. D) Acute pain should be alleviated completely before the source of pain is identified.
What is the priority intervention for a patient experiencing a tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure?
a. Place a padded tongue blade in the patient's mouth to prevent biting the tongue. b. Start a saline lock to administer IV antiseizure medication. c. Attach pads to the bedside rails to protect the patient from injury. d. Monitor for and keep the patient's airway open.