Which Nursing Action Is Accurate When Administering Parenteral Medication

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which nursing action is accurate when administering parenteral medication?

• A) Adjust the route of the medication,if needed.
• B) Document the response to PRN medications at the end of the shift.
• C) Request the pharmacist to provide education about the medication to the patient.
• D) Use clinical judgment when rescheduling missed doses of a medication.

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Definitions:

Nursing Assistant

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