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Kthamas

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Which assessment is categorized as objective data?
 
  a. A list of herbal supplements regularly used
  b. Lab values associated with drugs the patient is taking
  c. The ages and relationship to the patient of all household members
  d. Usual dietary patterns and intake

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to administer a medication and reviews the patient's chart for drug allergies, serum creatinine, and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. The nurse's actions are reflective of which phase of the nursing process?
 
  a. Assessment
  b. Evaluation
  c. Implementation
  d. Planning



fatboyy09

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Objective data are measured and detected by another person and would include lab values. The other examples are subjective data.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Assessment involves gathering information about the patient and the drug, including any previous use of the drug.



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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