The nurse teaches a class to clients about how to help prevent medication errors when in the hospital. What is the most important question for the nurse to ask the clients?
A. "Do you know the names of all the medications you take?"
B. "Do you trust your healthcare provider to order the correct medication?"
C. "Do you have a friend to verify that you are receiving the correct medication?"
D. "Do you know what your illness is, and if you will need surgery?"
Answer: A
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During the planning stages, the nurses should be aware that the prevalence of obesity is highest in which of the following groups? A) Caucasian women B) Caucasian men C) African American women D) African American men
The nurse is preparing to administer medications to a group of clients. The checks of drug administration include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Compare the drug with the MAR when the drug is removed from the drawer 2. Compare the drug with the MAR when pouring the drug into the cup 3. Ensure the dose is correct 4. Compare the drug with the MAR when returning the container to the drawer 5. Compare the MAR with the client's name band
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A) 1 year B) 2 years C) 5 years D) 8 years
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1. Eggs. 2. Dried beans. 3. Peanut butter. 4. Pasta.