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Alygatorr01285

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A patient is prescribed a medication to be administered parenterally. Which of the following routes would not be appropriate for this medication to be given?
 
  a. intradermal c. IV
  b. subcutaneous d. oral

Question 2

Which of the following is most appropriate for extinguishing an electrical fire?
 
  1. water pump extinguisher
  2. multipurpose extinguisher
  3. foam extinguisher
  4. dry powder extinguisher


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nikmaaacs

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Parenteral medications are administered through hypodermic routes which include intradermal, subcutaneous, and intravenous. An oral medication is not considered a parenteral medication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2


Alygatorr01285

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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