A nurse is preparing to administer hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg PO. The amount available is hydrochlorothiazide 50 mg/tablet.
How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies.
(Do not use a trailing zero)
The Correct Answer is ["1"]
Step 1 is… (25 mg ÷ 50 mg/tablet)
Step 2 is… 0.5 tablets
The final calculated answer is 1 tablet.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Choice A rationale
Consuming alcohol before bed can worsen GERD symptoms by relaxing the lower esophageal sphincter and increasing acid reflux.
Choice B rationale
Eating a snack before bed can increase the likelihood of acid reflux during sleep, as lying down shortly after eating can promote reflux.
Choice C rationale
Elevating the head of the bed helps reduce acid reflux by keeping stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus during sleep.
Choice D rationale
Sleeping on the stomach with the head flat can exacerbate GERD symptoms by increasing pressure on the stomach and promoting acid reflux.
Correct Answer is ["1.5"]
Explanation
Step 1 is: 15 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 1.5 mL The nurse should administer 1.5 mL of morphine.
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