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go.lag

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What is one of the main causes of medication errors?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Demerol 25 mg IM q.6h p.r.n., pain.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Incorrect transcription of the original prescriber's order.

Answer to Question 2

Give 25 mg of Demerol intramuscularly every 6 hours as needed for pain.



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