On hand is Slow K potassium chloride 8 milliequivalents per milliliter. The order is for potassium chloride 12 milliequivalents orally each day for prophylaxis of hypokalemia. Round to the nearest hundredth. Give ________

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: 1.5 milliliters

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a strong radial pulse. Additionally you note that he is unable to move his right arm. Vital signs are within normal limits. Which of the following would be most appropriate in the care on this patient? A) Rapid transport B) Suction the mouth. C) Administer positive pressure ventilation. D) Insert an oropharyngeal airway.

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Which of the following most accurately describes the primary tissue biomechanics that occur during lumbar rotation in a neutral position?

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Which of the following is true of a chest radiograph?

a. Lateral films are shot through one side of an upright patient. b. AP films are typically taken in the x-ray department. c. PA films artificially increase the size of the heart shadow. d. Lateral decubitus films are shot with the patient lying supine.

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If a prescription drug costs $65.00 and retails for $85.00, what is the percentage of markup?

13% 23% 33% 43%

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