A nurse has been performing vigilant assessments of a patient who is receiving doses of intravenous gentamicin, each over 30 minutes. A blood sample for peak gentamicin levels should be drawn
A) as soon as possible after the patient awakens in the morning.
B) immediately after the third intravenous dose of the drug.
C) at the midpoint between scheduled doses.
D) 30 minutes after the drug has finished infusing.
Question 2
Mr. Nguyen, age 71, will soon be discharged home from the hospital after a successful coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). During patient education about his drug regimen, Mr. Nguyen's nurse should prioritize teach about
A) the balance between benefits and risks that underlies Mr. Nguyen's drug regimen.
B) the age-related changes that influence the physician's choice of medications.
C) the need to have a younger family member oversee Mr. Nguyen's drug administration.
D) potential adverse effects of the drugs that Mr. Nguyen will be taking.
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