A medication order has a.c. written after the medication dosage. What does a.c. stand for?
A) Before meals
B) After meals
C) Before
D) After
Ans: A
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How should the nurse respond? A) "She is allowed by law to carry her EpiPen® with her; I will talk to school authorities." B) "Let's file an action plan and keep it in the school office in the event of anaphylaxis." C) "Make sure she wears a medical alert bracelet so that school staff know she has allergies." D) "I will be happy to train school authorities and staff to recognize anaphylaxis."
An elderly patient is eligible for a PACE program. Which of the following should the nurse instruct this patient about the program?
1. Health services are provided in one location that also has social activities. Transportation is provided if you need it. 2. A doctor will come to your home if you become ill. 3. It is a housing community where everyone eats their meals together. 4. It is a townhouse community where everyone socializes together and you can get home care if you need it.