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Metfan725

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on: Jun 25, 2018
To prevent medication errors, which action should be taken by the nurse?
 
  a. Clarify illegible orders with the prescriber.
  b. Document the medication before administration.
  c. Read medication labels 2 times when preparing.
  d. Prepare all of the client's medications for the shift at the same time.

Question 2

A _____________ is a small, battery-powered, electronic device that amplifies sound.
 
  Fill in the blanks with correct word


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amynguyen1221

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
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Do not interpret illegible handwriting; clarify illegible orders with the prescriber. Document all medications as soon as they are given. Be sure to read labels at least 3 times (comparing MAR with label): before, during, and after administering the medication. Prepare medications at the time ordered, and document all medications as soon as they are given.

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A hearing aid is a small, battery-powered, electronic device that amplifies sound.


Metfan725

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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