The order reads, Theochron 200 mg PO qid. The nurse understands ...

[future617RT]

The order reads, Theochron 200 mg PO qid. The nurse understands that this is which type of medication order?
 
  a. Priority
  b. Standing
  c. Flexible
  d. Indefinite

Question 2

What is the missing component of the following medication order: Atropine 1 mg IV?
 
  a. Frequency
  b. Indication
  c. Route
  d. Dilution

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Medication orders may be classed into one of four types. A standing order indicates that the drug is to be administrated until discontinued or for a certain number of doses.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Regardless of whether the prescription is for a hospitalized patient or not, the order must contain the same information: patient's full name, date, name of drug, route of administration, dose, frequency, duration, and signature of prescriber.