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Zoey63294

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on: Jul 3, 2018
The most common medication error with the elderly is _______________.
 
  a. Omission of the prescribed medication
  b. Increasing the prescribed dose of medications
  c. Taking medications with alcoholic beverages
  d. Using the medication of a family member or friend

Question 2

Identify the component missing from this medication order: Clonidine 0.1 mg p.o.
 
  a. Route of administration
  b. Frequency/time interval of administration
  c. Dose of the medication
  d. Name of the medication


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chereeb

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


Zoey63294

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

billybob123

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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