Before Administering a Scheduled Narcotic Such as Meperidine (Demerol),the Nurse

question 4

Multiple Choice

Before administering a scheduled narcotic such as meperidine (Demerol) ,the nurse should take which of the following actions?

• A) Automatically cancel the order 24 hours after its administration
• B) Document the removal of the controlled substance from the storage area
• C) Count the doses of Demerol on hand if the client does not need the dose urgently
• D) Consult a resource book for information about controlled substances

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Definitions:

Machining Department

A specific section or unit of a manufacturing facility where machining processes, such as drilling, milling, or turning, are carried out.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with manufacturing a product, like utilities, maintenance, and salaries of support staff.

Assembly Department

A segment of a manufacturing firm where components are put together to form a finished product.

Departmental Predetermined Overhead Rates

The overhead rates assigned to specific departments based on estimated costs and activity levels, used for allocating overhead to products.