The Physician Ordered a Loading Dose of Medication for the Client;

question 5

Multiple Choice

The physician ordered a loading dose of medication for the client; it is to be followed by a lower dose. When the client receives the lower dose, she says to the nurse "I think my doctor made a mistake; my medication dose is too low." What is the best response by the nurse?

• A) "You had a larger dose initially so that the medication would work more quickly."
• B) "Giving a larger dose initially will reduce the chance of side effects."
• C) "We always give medications this way; the doctor did not make a mistake."
• D) "The initial dose shortened the half -life, so the medication would work more quickly."

Identify strategies for promoting health behavior changes and supporting individuals in these changes.

Differentiate between various forms of social support and their implications for health.

Describe the process and stages of behavior change according to the transtheoretical model.

Understand the impact of parent involvement on adolescents' health behaviors.

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