Acetaminophen and antiemetics may be administered rectally via a(n) ________ for a child who is vomiting or running a fever.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


suppository

Acetaminophen, and antiemetics may be administered rectally via a suppository for a child who is vomiting or running a fever.

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The nurse works in a facility that cares for clients from a broad range of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds

Which statement should the nurse include in a presentation for nurses new to the facility on the client population of the facility? 1. "Our clients come from a broad range of backgrounds, but we have a good interpreter service." 2. "Many of our clients come from backgrounds different from your own, but it doesn't cause problems for the nurses." 3. "Because most of the doctors are bilingual, we don't have to deal with the differences in cultural backgrounds of our clients." 4. "Understanding the common values and health practices of our diverse clients will facilitate better care and health outcomes."

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