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Metfan725

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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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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
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


scottmt

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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