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What should a nurse do if a patient expresses concern about a medication they are about to receive?
A. Administer the medication quickly to avoid further discussion.
Administer the medication quickly to avoid further discussion: Rushing administration disregards patient autonomy and may increase anxiety or distrust, potentially compromising safety and adherence.
B. Tell the patient you will discuss it with the doctor later.
Tell the patient you will discuss it with the doctor later: Delaying the discussion postpones important education and informed consent, leaving the patient uncertain about the medication they are receiving.
C. Ignore the concern and administer the medication.
Ignore the concern and administer the medication: Ignoring the patient’s concerns violates the principles of patient-centered care and informed consent, and may lead to refusal or adverse outcomes.
D. Explain the medication's purpose and address any concerns before proceeding.
Explain the medication's purpose and address any concerns before proceeding: Providing clear explanations about the medication, its purpose, potential side effects, and answering questions ensures informed consent, reduces anxiety, and supports safe, collaborative care.
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Full Explanation
Rationale:
A. Administer the medication quickly to avoid further discussion: Rushing administration disregards patient autonomy and may increase anxiety or distrust, potentially compromising safety and adherence.
B. Tell the patient you will discuss it with the doctor later: Delaying the discussion postpones important education and informed consent, leaving the patient uncertain about the medication they are receiving.
C. Ignore the concern and administer the medication: Ignoring the patient’s concerns violates the principles of patient-centered care and informed consent, and may lead to refusal or adverse outcomes.
D. Explain the medication's purpose and address any concerns before proceeding: Providing clear explanations about the medication, its purpose, potential side effects, and answering questions ensures informed consent, reduces anxiety, and supports safe, collaborative care.
Similar Questions
A doctor prescribes 0.25 g of medication. The pharmacy provides 125 mg tablets. How many tablets will be needed?
A. 2 tablets
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 0.25 g Available Dose = 125 mg Convert Ordered Dose to mg Ordered Dose = 0.25 × 1000 = 250 mg Number of tablets = Ordered Dose / Available Dose = 250 / 125 = 2 tablets
B. 1 tablet
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 0.25 g Available Dose = 125 mg Convert Ordered Dose to mg Ordered Dose = 0.25 × 1000 = 250 mg Number of tablets = Ordered Dose / Available Dose = 250 / 125 = 2 tablets
C. 3 tablets
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 0.25 g Available Dose = 125 mg Convert Ordered Dose to mg Ordered Dose = 0.25 × 1000 = 250 mg Number of tablets = Ordered Dose / Available Dose = 250 / 125 = 2 tablets
D. 4 tablets
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 0.25 g Available Dose = 125 mg Convert Ordered Dose to mg Ordered Dose = 0.25 × 1000 = 250 mg Number of tablets = Ordered Dose / Available Dose = 250 / 125 = 2 tablets
Full Explanation
Calculation:
Ordered Dose = 0.25 g
Available Dose = 125 mg
- Convert Ordered Dose to mg
Ordered Dose = 0.25 × 1000
= 250 mg
Number of tablets = Ordered Dose / Available Dose
= 250 / 125
= 2 tablets
When converting 3 ounces of medication to milliliters, what is the correct conversion?
A. 60 ml
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 3 ounces Conversion: 1 ounce = 30 mL Volume in mL = Number of ounces × 30 mL = 3 × 30 = 90 mL
B. 120 mL
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 3 ounces Conversion: 1 ounce = 30 mL Volume in mL = Number of ounces × 30 mL = 3 × 30 = 90 mL
C. 90 mL
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 3 ounces Conversion: 1 ounce = 30 mL Volume in mL = Number of ounces × 30 mL = 3 × 30 = 90 mL
D. 75 ml
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 3 ounces Conversion: 1 ounce = 30 mL Volume in mL = Number of ounces × 30 mL = 3 × 30 = 90 mL
Full Explanation
Calculation:
Ordered Dose = 3 ounces
Conversion: 1 ounce = 30 mL
Volume in mL = Number of ounces × 30 mL
= 3 × 30
= 90 mL
A patient is prescribed 500 mg of a medication that is available as a 250 mg/5 mL solution. How many ml. should be administered?
A. 20 ml
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 500 mg Available Dose = 250 mg Available Volume = 5 mL Volume to administer = (Ordered Dose / Available Dose) × Available Volume = (500 / 250) × 5 = 2 × 5 = 10 mL
B. 15 ml
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 500 mg Available Dose = 250 mg Available Volume = 5 mL Volume to administer = (Ordered Dose / Available Dose) × Available Volume = (500 / 250) × 5 = 2 × 5 = 10 mL
C. 5 mL
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 500 mg Available Dose = 250 mg Available Volume = 5 mL Volume to administer = (Ordered Dose / Available Dose) × Available Volume = (500 / 250) × 5 = 2 × 5 = 10 mL
D. 10 ml
Calculation: Ordered Dose = 500 mg Available Dose = 250 mg Available Volume = 5 mL Volume to administer = (Ordered Dose / Available Dose) × Available Volume = (500 / 250) × 5 = 2 × 5 = 10 mL
Full Explanation
Calculation:
Ordered Dose = 500 mg
Available Dose = 250 mg
Available Volume = 5 mL
Volume to administer = (Ordered Dose / Available Dose) × Available Volume
= (500 / 250) × 5
= 2 × 5
= 10 mL