A student nurse needs to look up 12 medications that have been prescribed for the patient. Which of the following would be appropriate resources for the nurse to use to gather information? Select all that apply.
1. Pathophysiology book
2. Physicians' Desk Reference
3. Pharmacology textbook
4. Drug guide app on smartphone or tablet
5. Reliable Internet site
Question 2
The nurse verifies the patient, medication, dose, and route several times when preparing medications for administration. These required safety checks occur at what point? Select all that apply.
1. At the beginning of each shift
2. When the nurse removes the medication from the cart, bin, or PYXIS machine
3. After documenting the medication on the medication administration record (MAR)
4. Before placing the medication in the cup and returning the container to the drawer
5. At the bedside, before opening the medication and administering it to the patient
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A nurse shows empathy to a client.
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