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imowrer

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Which is the correct interpretation of the following order: Rx Epifrin 0.25 2 gtt OU bid?
 
  a. Two drops in both eyes twice daily
  b. Two drops in the left eye four times daily
  c. Two drops in the right eye twice daily
  d. Two drops in both eyes four times daily

Question 2

The nurse is explaining to a patient the difference between a side effect and an adverse reaction. What response should the explanation involve?
 
  a. Both side effects and adverse reactions are severe.
  b. Side effects are mild, and adverse effects are severe.
  c. Both side effects and adverse reactions are mild.
  d. Side effects are severe, and adverse reactions are mild.


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aliotak

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

ANS: A
Drop(s) is written as gt (gtt) and is a common abbreviation used in pharmacology. OU (oculus uterque) means each eye, and bid means twice daily.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Side effects are usually seen as mild but annoying responses to a medication. Adverse reactions, or adverse effects, usually imply more severe symptoms or problems that develop because of the drug.


imowrer

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

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