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neverstopbelieb

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Research has shown that the primary reason nurses make medication errors is related to:
 
  1. The complexity of making accurate drug calculations
  2. Events that distract the nurse during the administration process
  3. The presence of multiple drugs with similar generic and trade names
  4. Heavy client assignments that require massive medication administrations

Question 2

To best prevent a systemic effect from a topically applied medication patch, the nurse must:
 
  1. Alternate application sites regularly
  2. Avoid applying the medication to broken skin
  3. Monitor the client for signs of an irritating rash
  4. Remove residual medication with mild soap and water



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Answer to Question 1

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Many medication errors occur when nurses become distracted or lose focus during medication administration. While the remaining options may reflect risks for medication errors, the primary factor continues to be distractions that cause the nurse to fail to follow the established protocol for drug administration.

Answer to Question 2

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Systemic effects often occur if a client's skin is thin or broken, if the medication concentration is high, or if contact with the skin is prolonged. The remaining options are more directed towards preventing skin irritations.




neverstopbelieb

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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