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A nurse accidently administers the medication metformin instead of metoprolol to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Obtain the client's HDL level.

Collect the client's uric acid level.

Check the client's glucose level.

Monitor the client's thyroid function levels.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale:

Obtaining the client's HDL level is not relevant to the administration error.

Choice B rationale:

Collecting the client's uric acid level is not relevant to the administration error.

Choice C rationale:

Metformin is an antidiabetic medication used to control blood glucose levels. Since metformin was administered instead of metoprolol, the nurse should check the client's glucose level to monitor for potential effects of the incorrect medication.

Choice D rationale:

Monitoring the client's thyroid function levels is not relevant to the administration error involving metformin and metoprolol.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Alopecia (hair loss) is not a common adverse effect of paroxetine.

Choice B rationale:

Drowsiness is a potential adverse effect of paroxetine, an antidepressant medication that can cause central nervous system effects.

Choice C rationale:

Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is not commonly associated with paroxetine use.

Choice D rationale:

Peripheral edema is not a common adverse effect of paroxetine.

A. Insert the syringe needle halfway into the client's skin. B. Expel the air bubble from the syringe prior to injection. C. Administer the medication into the client's muscle. D. Apply firm pressure to the injection site following administration.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Enoxaparin is administered subcutaneously, so the syringe needle should be fully inserted into the client's skin.

Choice B rationale:

Expelling the air bubble from the syringe helps ensure accurate dosage and prevents the injection of air into the subcutaneous tissue.

Choice C rationale:

Enoxaparin is administered subcutaneously, not into muscle tissue.

Choice D rationale:

Applying firm pressure to the injection site following administration is not typically necessary for subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin.

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