The component missing from this order is the ________.  

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


dose

The dose is the missing component. Erythromycin comes in several strengths, so specifying 1 tablet is not sufficient information.

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A nursing supervisor has been told to ensure that the hospital's new electronic records system is properly implemented on the nursing unit. Which actions by the supervisor are the best use of exercising the managerial role?

Select all that apply. A) Creating a "buddy" system that pairs staff members who are less technologically comfortable with staff members who may require more assistance with the new system B) Providing regular training sessions in the new system C) Informing staff that the new system is optional D) Establishing a regular spot check of each staff member's effective use of the system E) Continuing to use paper records until the staff is completely comfortable with the new system

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A patient has presented for a scheduled exercise stress test. Which patient comments should the nurse communicate immediately to the healthcare provider performing the test?

1. "I did tell you that I am allergic to iodine, didn't I?" 2. "I'm pretty hungry since I didn't eat breakfast." 3. "I had a cup of tea this morning instead of coffee." 4. "I took my propranolol early this morning when I first woke up." 5. "I am determined to quit smoking. I haven't had a cigarette for 2 days."

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A patient newly diagnosed with heart failure is prescribed 40 mg of furosemide (Lasix) to be given IV push. Knowing that the patient is also prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin), the nurse should review which laboratory result?

1. sodium level 2. digoxin level 3. creatinine level 4. potassium level

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The Vulnerable Populations Concepts Model discusses three domains intrinsic to the model. Those domains are all of the following EXCEPT:

1. relative risk. 2. community perception. 3. resource availability. 4. health status.

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