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sarasara

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on: Jul 23, 2018
What is the best way to make sure that the right patient is receiving a prescribed drug when the patient is alert and oriented?
 
  a. Ask the patient to state his or her social security number.
  b. Check the patient's wrist band.
  c. Look at the patient's chart.
  d. Have the patient state his or her name and birth date.

Question 2

Which statement accurately describes the correct technique for giving subcutaneous drugs?
 
  a. Use a 3/4-inch, 25-gauge needle and a 15-degree angle for injection.
  b. Use a 3/8-inch, 25-gauge needle and a 45-degree angle for injection.
  c. Use a 1-inch, 22-gauge needle and a 90-degree angle for injection.
  d. Use a 2 inch, 25-gauge needle and a 45-degree angle for injection.


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Tonyam972

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


sarasara

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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