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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?

Which intravenous solutions stays where it is infused and does not alter the serum osmolarity?

The health care provider’s prescription reads potassium chloride (KCL) 40 mEq po. The label on the KCL package reads 20 mEq (KCL) per 15 mL. The nurse should prepare how many milliliters of KCL to safely administer the correct dose of medication?

The physician prescribed cimetidine HCI 300 mg PO QID for short-term treatment of active ulcers. Dosage on hand is 300 mg/5 mL. How many teaspoons will be given?

Match the intravenous solution to its type. (You may use answers more than once).

The nurse is ambulating a client receiving continuous intravenous infusion therapy. Which would be considered a safety hazard?

The nurse is reinforcing education to a client receiving a new prescription for a nasal spray. Which statement by the client indicates correct understanding?

The nurse is providing an in-service to the hospital unit regarding the benefits of continuous intravenous infusions. Which are considered benefits to continuous intravenous infusions? Select all that apply.