A nurse is transcribing a client's medication prescriptions and is having difficulty reading the provider's handwriting. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Contact the provider to clarify the prescription.

Interpret the prescription according to the client's medical history.

Clarify the prescription with the family:

Ask the pharmacist for clarification of the prescription.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Contacting the provider to clarify the prescription is the most direct and appropriate action to ensure accuracy and prevent medication errors.
B. Interpreting the prescription according to the client's medical history can lead to errors and is not a safe practice.
C. Clarifying the prescription with the family is not appropriate as they may not have the necessary knowledge or authority to interpret medical orders.
D. Asking the pharmacist for clarification can help, but the pharmacist may also have difficulty reading the handwriting. The most reliable approach is to directly contact the provider.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. To find the number of tablets to administer: 0.25 mg (prescribed dose) ÷ 0.125 mg/tablet (available dose) = 2 tablets.
B. To find the number of tablets to administer: 0.25 mg (prescribed dose) ÷ 0.125 mg/tablet (available dose) = 2 tablets.
C. To find the number of tablets to administer: 0.25 mg (prescribed dose) ÷ 0.125 mg/tablet (available dose) = 2 tablets.
D. To find the number of tablets to administer: 0.25 mg (prescribed dose) ÷ 0.125 mg/tablet (available dose) = 2 tablets.

A. Serum potassium level of 4.8 mEq/L B. Serum sodium level of 140 mEq/L C. Oxygen saturation of 95% D. Blood pressure of 80/40 mm/Hg

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. A serum potassium level of 4.8 mEq/L is within the normal range and would not warrant withholding furosemide.
B. A serum sodium level of 140 mEq/L is within the normal range and would not warrant withholding furosemide.
C. An oxygen saturation of 95% is normal and would not warrant withholding furosemide.
D. A blood pressure of 80/40 mm/Hg is very low and administering furosemide, a diuretic, could further decrease blood pressure, posing a risk to the client. The nurse should withhold the medication and consult the provider.

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