Order: trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride (Artane) 6 mg, PO, twice ...

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Order: trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride (Artane) 6 mg, PO, twice daily Available: How many tablet(s) should the client receive on a daily basis?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A client returns to the nursing unit from conscious sedation after having a fracture set and placed in a cast. The client expresses pain 3 hours after the procedure. The choice of medication and route will be based on which information?
 
  a. The client should not receive pain medication because of his previous sedation.
  b. The client will need to void before receiving any pain medication in order to avoid urinary retention.
  c. The client should receive intravenous medication only for pain because of the operative procedure.
  d. The client's ability to swallow should be evaluated before he or she receives oral medication.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS:
6

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Before providing oral medication, it is essential for the nurse to evaluate the client's level of consciousness and ability to swallow.

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