"Give Tylenol 500 mg PO q 4 hrs for a temperature of 101ºF or above" is an example of a(n) ________ order.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
standing
A standing order is when a drug is administered for a specific condition.
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A) Eggs B) Bacon C) Coffee D) Milk