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michelleunicorn

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The nurse counsels the patient in the late stage of dependence that recovery may not be possible without:
 
  a. gaining insight into the addiction.
  b. receiving treatment for substance abuse.
  c. pledging to lead a completely different lifestyle.
  d. seeking a nondrug-oriented support system.

Question 2

Important considerations are to be followed when administering medications to prevent errors. Shortcuts should not be taken, and principles should be adhered to. One of these principles is:
 
  a. placing an unlabeled syringe on the medication cart.
  b. following the six rights of medication administration.
  c. leaving a medication with the patient only when family is there.
  d. always charting medications before the end of shift.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Very few people in the late stage of dependence will recover without treatment.

Answer to Question 2

B
Following the six rights ensures excellent drug administration practice.


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