The nurse administers acetaminophen 325 mg and codeine 30 mg orally to a patient complaining of a severe headache. When should the nurse reassess the patient's pain?
1) 15 minutes after administration
2) 60 minutes after administration
3) 90 minutes after administration
4) Immediately before the next dose is due
ANS: 2
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All of the following statements are true about interventions in working with the bereaved except
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A nurse is expected to coordinate the care of the unit's diabetic patients. What type of competency
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