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gonzo233

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To help relax the anal sphincter during the insertion of a suppository, the nurse should ask the patient to ____________.
 
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Question 2

What important principle should be taken to prevent medication errors?
 
  a. Placing an unlabeled syringe on the medication cart
  b. Following the six rights of medication administration
  c. Leaving a medication with the patient only when family is there
  d. Always charting medications before the end of the shift



sarah_brady415

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Answer to Question 1

exhale

Exhaling will help relax the anal sphincter.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Following the six rights ensures excellent drug administration practice. Unlabeled syringes should never be left on a medication cart. Medications should never be left in a patient's room. Medications should be charted immediately after they are administered.



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