What would be the appropriate interpretation for the following order? Demerol 50 mg IM stat? Administer:_______________
a. Demerol 50 mg IM when needed
c. Demerol 50 mg IM on call to OR
b. Demerol 50 mg IM as desired
d. Demerol 50 mg IM immediately
ANS: D
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