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AEWBW

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Erythromycin is prescribed for a patient with renal insufficiency. The nurse's best action would be to:
 
  1. refuse to give the medication.
  2. telephone the physician to question the drug choice.
  3. divide the dose and administer the drug more frequently.
  4. administer the drug as prescribed.

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Erythromycin estolate is prescribed for a patient who is allergic to penicillin. When counseling the patient about proper medication dosing, the nurse should provide which information?
 
  1. It is acceptable to take this drug with food.
  2. Take the drug at least 2 hours before a meal.
  3. Take the drug at least 2 hours after a meal.
  4. The drug must be taken on an empty stomach.


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AmberC1996

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

Correct Answer: 4

Answer to Question 2

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AEWBW

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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