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Which component is required in a complete medication prescription?

What is the primary ethical obligation of a nurse when it comes to medication administration?

A nurse is preparing to administer a PRN opioid analgesic for pain. The medication was last given earlier in the shift. Before administering the dose, which action is most critical for the nurse to perform to ensure safe medication administration?

Interpret the following orders. Use give at the beginning of the sentence. (Ex. Give: ) Give: Dilantin susp 200 mg by NGT q am and 300 mg by NGT at bedtime. __________[BLANK-1]_______________

Two teaspoons are equivalent to [BLANK-1] mL.

The healthcare provider directs the client to take a 15 oz. of the laxative GoLYTELY. The cup holds 6 oz. How many cups will the client have to drink? _______[BLANK-1]__________ cup(s)

Interpret the following orders. Use give at the beginning of the sentence. (Ex. Give: ) Give: Methergine 0.2 mg p.o. q4h for 6 doses. _______________________[BLANK-1]________________

Match the ethical principle with its correct definition.

A provider order reads: Amoxicillin 0.5 g PO q12h. Which dose in milligrams should the nurse prepare?

Based on our readings and discussions, which statement about mental illness is true?