A(n) electronic medication administration record, abbreviated ________, allows the healthcare provider to document medication administration via a computer.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
eMAR
An electronic medication administration record or eMAR allows the healthcare provider to document medication administration via a computer.
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A 77-year-old female patient presents with increasing muscle weakness and numbness in both lower legs over the last week. She presents using crutches and with her daughter for walking assistance
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Which action for a patient with neutropenia is appropriate for the registered nurse (RN) to delegate to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN)?
a. Assessing the patient for signs and symptoms of infection b. Teaching the patient the purpose of neutropenic precautions c. Administering subcutaneous filgrastim (Neupogen) injection d. Developing a discharge teaching plan for the patient and family
When it comes to elder care in rural communities, seven factors compound disease prevention and health promotion efforts to identify and reduce modifiable risk.Availability?
is one of the seven As of challenges to elders in rural areas. What is the definition of availability? A) Insufficient number and diversity of formal services and providers; lack of acceptable services and human service infrastructure B) Shortages of adequate, appropriate, and affordable transportation; cultural and geographic isolation C) Poverty and inability to pay for services D) Low levels of information dissemination and literacy issues