Ativan 1mg IM is ordered. Ativan is available in 2mg/mL. How many mls will you administer?

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is ["0.5"]

Dosage of the medication = the desired dose/dose at hand X the amount to be administered

= 1mg/2mg x 1 ml

= 0.5 ml

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Abstract thinking involves the ability to think conceptually and comprehend concrete concepts such as proverbs.
Choice B rationale: Memory assesses the client’s ability to recall previously experienced or learned information and is not directly assessed by the client's ability to follow a written command.
Choice C rationale: General knowledge refers to the ability of a client to answer questions on common topics and facts and is not assessed by the client's response to a written command.
Choice D rationale: The ability to follow a written command, such as "Please raise your left hand," assesses the client's ability to read and understand written instructions.

A. Leave food with the client at mealtime and offer snacks frequently B. Give the client information on the benefits of good nutrition C. Ask the client to "Please eat one meal for me." D. Remove client privileges every time the client doesn't eat

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale: this is correct since it provides the patient with an opportunity to eat his meals freely whenever they are ready to eat without feeling pressured or threatened.
Choice B rationale: the patient already knows about the benefits of good nutrition but still lacks the motivation to eat owed of his depression hence this may not be very helpful in this situation.
Choice C rationale: this may make the patient feel manipulated and guilty for not eating hence may not be helpful in addressing the underlying situation.
Choice D rationale: this may worsen the patient’s depression and lower their self-esteem since they will receive punishment for their condition rather than being offered the necessary help.

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