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The nurse is preparing to administer an IM injection of 2 mL into the deltoid muscle of an patient who is a body builder, who lifts weights daily. Which size needle gauge and length from the choices below is best for the procedure?

Which enema solution is best and safest to administer to a patient, if the physician orders “enemas until clear”?

A nurse reconstituted and drew up a medicine from a vial. Which nursing action compromised the ability to withdraw an accurate dose?

Which of the following patient factors influence urination?

What is the greatest contributor to impairment in skin integrity in an immobile client?

Mr. Shinn is a 76-year old gentleman who is recovering from a stroke. On entering the room, you note that Mr. Shinn has slid down in the bed, and is having difficulty breathing. Of the interventions listed below, what should you do first?

Which of the following is an early sign of hypoxia?

A patient with a respiratory infection has an order to receive clarithromycin (Biaxin) 500 mg every 12 hours. Available is 250 mg/tab. How many tablets the patient will receive per day/ 24 hour period? [BLANK-1]

Which intervention should the nurse routinely implement in order to prevent respiratory complications in the immobile patient?

Levothyroxine Sodium 0.3mg IV q day is ordered by the doctor. The pharmacy supplies Levothyroxine Sodium 200 mcg / 5 mL. How much will the nurse administer to the patient? [BLANK-1]