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audie · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A nurse is responsible for maintaining an accurate count and record of the controlled substances on the nursing unit. This nursing action is regulated by which of the following laws or agencies?

A) Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938
B) Public Health Service
C) Drug Enforcement Administration
D) Shirley Amendment

Question 2

A patient is diagnosed with pneumonia and has been placed on antibiotics to fight the infection. Which of the following nursing interventions will assist in increasing lung capacity?

A) Promoting hand hygiene
B) Increasing rest
C) Assessing urine output
D) Promoting deep breathing

wshriver · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
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The Drug Enforcement Administration enforces the Controlled Substances Act. Under this enforcement, nurses are responsible for storing controlled substances in locked containers, administering them only to the people for whom they are prescribed, recording each dose given, and maintaining an accurate inventory. The Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938 revised and broadened FDA powers and responsibilities, giving the FDA control over drug safety. The Public Health Service is regulated by the state to maintain the health of individual citizens of the state. The Shirley Amendment of 1912 prohibited fraudulent claims of drug effectiveness.

Answer to Question 2

D