Adam has an order for 1.5 oz of Maalox . The measuring device is calibrated in milliliters. He
calculates the dose at 22.5 mL. If this is the wrong dose what error did Adam make?
A. This is not the wrong dose.
B. This is the wrong answer; he chose the wrong conversion factor.
C. This is the wrong dose, he likely set up the equation wrong.
D. This is the wrong dose; he likely multiplied wrong.
B
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The police come to the hospital and inform the nurse not to call them in the future. What action should this nurse take? 1. Call the police when needed. 2. Discuss this situation with the client?s physician. 3. Discuss this with the supervisor and management. 4. Call the client?s family and discuss the incident.
A client has a wound that is draining heavily. Which type of dressing does the nurse use on this wound?
a. Hydrophilic b. Synthetic c. Hydrophobic d. Biologic
A nurse is conducting an assessment of a client with mild preeclampsia. Which sign indicates improvement in the client's condition?
A. Complaint of headache B. Trace protein in the urine C. Blood pressure 148/94 mm Hg D. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) of 40 mg/dL (14.2 mmol/L)
An example of a source of hidden sodium is
a. mouthwash. b. saltine crackers. c. opaque salt shakers. d. raw fruits and vegetables.