A nurse is asked to administer a medication to a client because a coworker must help with an emergency. The coworker gives the nurse a syringe labelled furosemide 20 mg. The label also includes the client's name and hospital identification number. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?

A. 2: One pint equals 2 cups. This is the correct conversion in the U.S. customary system of measurement used for volume.

B. 8: Eight cups equal 1/2 gallon or 4 pints, not 1 pint.

C. 6: Six cups do not correspond to any standard conversion involving pints.

D. 4: Four cups equal 1 quart, which is double the volume of 1 pint.

A. Stating the name and action or use of each medication before administering it.: This approach promotes client education, safety, and informed participation in care. Explaining the name and purpose of each drug enhances understanding, fosters adherence.

B. Telling the client to swallow all the medications at once with a small sip of water.: Taking multiple pills together can increase the risk of choking or irritation of the esophagus. Some medications may also require separation or specific timing to prevent drug interactions.

C. Instructing the client they can leave their medications on their bedside table and take them whenever they would like.: Allowing unsupervised self-administration in a healthcare setting increases the risk of missed doses, accidental overdose, or medication mix-ups. Nurses must directly observe and verify each administration to ensure accuracy.

D. Advising the client to take each medication with 8 oz of water.: While adequate hydration is important, not all medications should be taken with a full glass of water. Some require administration on an empty stomach, with food, or with limited fluids to achieve proper absorption and effectiveness.