A hospice patient has been ordered morphine (Roxanol) 5 mg sub-Q ...

[Lisaclaire]

A hospice patient has been ordered morphine (Roxanol) 5 mg sub-Q every 2 hours. Roxanol contains 10 mg/mL. How many milliliters will be administered?
 
  A) 0.25 mL
  B) 0.5 mL
  C) 1 mL
  D) 2 mL

Question 2

A patient is scheduled to begin a drug regimen for the treatment of hyperthyroidism.
 
  Prior to administering propylthiouracil (PTU), the nurse has reviewed the relevant black box warning and should teach the patient about the need for what form of follow-up? A) Serial complete blood counts
  B) Routine liver function testing
  C) Daily nonfasting blood glucose testing
  D) Chest radiographs every 3 months

[sarah_brady415]

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
5 mg/X = 10 mg/mL. The calculation results in 0.5 mL. The administration of 0.25, 1, or 2 mL is incorrect.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
The FDA has issued a black box warning for PTU stating that severe liver injury resulting in death or acute liver failure may occur within 6 months of treatment. All patients should receive instructions about the signs and symptoms of acute liver failure. Routine liver function testing to assess for liver failure is important. There is no specific need for chest radiographs, CBCs, or glucose monitoring.

[Lisaclaire]

Thank you!

[sarah_brady415]

Always glad to help...