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gonzo233

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While preparing dosages, how many times should the drug order and the drug label routinely be checked against each other?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The client is prescribed 3/4 strength Ensure 240 mL via NG tube over 8 h. What is the pump setting in mL/h? Round to the nearest whole number.
 
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Answer to Question 1

They should be checked three times; (1) when you locate the drug, (2) just prior to opening or pouring the drug, and (3) immediately before administration of the drug.
Three times

Answer to Question 2

30 mL/hr

Global Rationale: mL/hr = 240 mL/8 hours = 30 mL/hr.



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