When working with a liquid medication, place the medication cup on a surface at ________ to ensure accuracy of the dose.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


eye level

When giving a liquid medication, place it at eye level on a stable surface. This ensures an accurate dose.

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Patients who shiver

a. are always hypothermic. c. may be normothermic. b. are always hyperthermic. d. always shiver because of pain.

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The volume of a 20-mg dose of IV medication is 2 mL. Dilute to 15 mL and administer over 50 minutes with a 15-mL flush to follow. The administration set is a microdrip. Calculate the drops/minute (gtt/min). _____

a. 36 b. 18 c. 24 d. 100

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The nurse documents patient care using the SOAP format. Which should the nurse record under the "P" section?

a. AM fasting serum glucose level at 122 mg/dL b. Patient states, "I am too tired to walk to-day.". c. 2 cm–diameter open area on left lateral heel d. Check response to pain medication in 1 hour.

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Compare and contrast acute versus chronic inflammation

What will be an ideal response?

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