Asked by Bobert Torres on Apr 29, 2024
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The nurse is preparing 2.4 mL of liquid medication for oral administration.Which nursing action is essential?
A) Draw up the medication in a syringe with a large-gauge needle
B) Measure the medication at the top of the meniscus
C) Label the syringe with the medication name,amount,and route
D) Dilute the medication with water before measuring
Liquid Medication
Medicines that are in liquid form, intended for oral ingestion, injections, or other routes of administration.
Meniscus
The curved surface of a liquid in a tube or a piece of cartilage in the knee that acts as a cushion between the femur and tibia.
Large-Gauge Needle
A needle of larger diameter, typically used for rapid administration of substances or for procedures requiring increased flow rates.
- Comprehend the guidelines and optimal methods for documenting medication and utilizing abbreviations.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the guidelines and optimal methods for documenting medication and utilizing abbreviations.
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