When instructing a parent about the administration of liquid pyrantel for hookworms, the nurse should stress the need to:
a. warm the medication before administration.
b. have the child lie flat for 2 hours after taking the drug.
c. give two doses of the medication the first day.
d. have the child drink the entire dose of the liquid at one time.
d
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1. Negligence 2. Libel 3. Slander 4. Acting outside the scope of practice
The generic drug ibuprofen has several trade names, including:
a. Aspirin c. Clinoril b. Advil d. Tylenol
Letter E on this electronic order represents
A. the patient's DOB B. AP's name C. date and time of the order D. drug name
A nurse is caring for a client with chickenpox. What precaution should the nurse take when caring for this client?
A) Place client with other clients infected with the same microorganisms. B) Wear a mask when within 3 feet of the client. C) Change gloves after contact with a client's infective material. D) Place the client in a room that has negative airflow pressure.