The number of days a medication order should last is commonly called the
A. unit dose.
B. days' supply.
C. amount to administer.
D. insurance limit.
Answer: B
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a. Growth of 3 to 6 inches per year b. Gain of 5 to 7 pounds per year c. Increase of head circumference by 1 inch per year d. A visual acuity of 20/20 by 9 years of age
Which assessment findings would indicate the need for immediate action by the nurse caring for a patient with asthma? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Tachycardia 2. Diffuse wheezing 3. Retractions 4. Inaudible breath sounds 5. Reduced wheezing
The breastfeeding mother is concerned that her milk production has decreased. The nurse knows that further client teaching is needed based on which statement?
A. "I am drinking a minimum of eight to ten glasses of liquid a day." B. "I have started cutting back on my protein intake." C. "At least three times a day, I am drinking a glass of milk." D. "I try to take a nap in the morning and afternoon when the baby is sleeping."
A nurse has been caring for a client who is going to be discharged from the healthcare facility. The nurse is required to prepare a discharge plan for the client. What important steps should a nurse take for discharge planning?
1 . Medications to be taken at home, and documentation of instructions and special precautions 2 . Ensure that the client or family has the necessary discharge instructions 3 . Careful documentation of all instructions that are given to the client or family 4 . Include a plan for follow-up in the discharge plan A) 1, 2, 3 B) 1, 2, 4 C) 1, 3, 4 D) 2, 3, 4