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The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client newly prescribed beclomethasone. Which are complications related to this medication the nurse should provide in the teaching? Select all that apply.

The nurse understands that when administering both a bronchodilator and an anti-inflammatory breathing treatment, the bronchodilator should be administered first. What is the rationale for this treatment method?

The nurse is preparing to administer blood products to a client in the intensive care unit. Which gauge intravenous needle should the nurse use for venipuncture?

The nurse is caring for a client with an allergy to peanuts. Which medication should caution the nurse before administration?  

A nurse receives an intravenous fluid order for a client with cerebral edema. Which fluid would cause the nurse to question the order?

The nurse receives a prescription for aspirin 81 mg by mouth for heart disease. How should the nurse proceed?

The nurse practitioner has prescribed trimethobenzamide HCI 0.2 g IM TID prn for nausea. Dosage supplied is trimethobenzamide 100 mg/mL. How many mL will be given?

The doctor has prescribed Micronase 1.25 mg PO Daily for non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus. Dosage on hand is Micronase 2.5 mg per tablet. How many tablets will be given?

The nurse is reviewing laboratory values prior to administering morning medications. Which laboratory value should caution the nurse regarding effective excretion?

A nurse is mentoring a newly hired Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is preparing to administer a medication. Which statement made by the newly hired LPN would indicate a need for further teaching?