An order states that a drug should be administered on an empty stomach. This generally means that the nurse should give the drug when? You may select more than one answer
A. One hour or more before a meal
B. Only after an 8-hour fast
C. Only after the patient has missed a meal
D. At least 2 hours after a meal
E. With liquids but not solids within 12 hours
A, D
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1. Attending. 2. Paraphrasing. 3. Focusing. 4. Reflecting.
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A) Albumin B) Sodium C) Potassium D) Creatinine
Which abnormality is common during pregnancy?
a. Eruption of additional molars b. Hypertrophy of the gums c. Otitis externa d. Otitis media