The nurse is preparing to administer amantadine 150 mg PO every 12 hours. The available medication is amantadine 50 mg/5 mL syrup. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)

Choice A reason: Uncemented hip arthroplasty requires careful transfer to prevent dislocation of the new joint, which relies on bone ingrowth for stability. Adequate help (e.g., two staff members) ensures safe transfer, minimizing stress on the surgical site and reducing the risk of falls or prosthesis misalignment.
Choice B reason: Providing socks to “slide easier” increases the risk of slipping during transfer, which could lead to falls or hip dislocation. Non-slip footwear is preferred to ensure stability and safety during mobilization post-hip arthroplasty.
Choice C reason: Full weight bearing is typically restricted after uncemented hip arthroplasty to allow bone ingrowth into the prosthesis. Informing the patient that full weight bearing is allowed is incorrect and could lead to implant failure or dislocation.
Choice D reason: Using a footstool to elevate the leg during transfer is inappropriate, as it may cause hip flexion beyond 90 degrees, increasing the risk of dislocation. Elevation is used in specific positions but not during initial transfers.

Choice A reason: Removing a medical alert bracelet is not a priority, as it does not address the fracture’s immediate needs. The bracelet provides critical information (e.g., diabetes status) for emergency care, and its removal could delay appropriate management of comorbidities.
Choice B reason: Immobilizing the fractured arm with a splint is the priority to prevent further tissue damage, reduce pain, and stabilize the fracture site. In diabetes, poor wound healing increases complication risks, making immediate immobilization critical to minimize movement and promote healing.
Choice C reason: Placing the client supine with a blanket addresses comfort but not the fracture’s urgent needs. Immobilization takes precedence to prevent bone displacement, which could complicate healing, especially in diabetes, where vascular issues impair recovery.
Choice D reason: Covering open areas with a sterile dressing is necessary for open fractures to prevent infection, but the question does not specify an open fracture. Immobilization is the first action for any fracture to ensure stability and reduce complications.