The prescription reads Paxil 40 mg po daily. Forty (40) mg is the
A. dose on hand.
B. dosage ordered.
C. dosage unit.
D. dosage strength.
B
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The nurse learns that a drug needed by the patient is classified as an orphan drug and recognizes what as a reason for this classification? (Select all that apply.)
A) The drug is rarely prescribed. B) The drug has dangerous adverse effects. C) The drug treats a rare disease. D) The patent on the medication is still effective. E) Production by a company that only manufactures drugs.
A nurse is performing frequent catheterizations for residual urine. What causes the greatest concern for the nurse?
a. Introduction of pathogens into the bladder b. Frequent genital exposure of the patient c. Presence of the indwelling catheter d. Causing urethral erosion
The nurse is assessing the abdomen of the client with an undiagnosed disorder. In which sequence would the nurse conduct the abdominal assessment? (Use all options.)
A) Palpation B) Inspection C) Auscultation D) Percussion
The client has scabies. In addition to standard precautions, what specific precaution is most important for the nurse to use when providing care to this client?
A. Permit no pregnant visitors. B. Wear gloves when entering the room. C. Wear a mask when within 3 feet of the client. D. Place a mask on the client when transporting the client out of the client's room.