Which Action Should the Nurse Take Immediately After Administering a Medication

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which action should the nurse take immediately after administering a medication through a nasogastric tube?

• A)Verify correct nasogastric tube placement in the stomach.
• B)Auscultate the abdomen for presence of bowel sounds.
• C)Immediately administer the next prescribed medication.
• D)Flush the tube with water using a needleless syringe.

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Definitions:

Labour Rate Variance

The difference between the actual wage rate paid to workers and the expected (or standard) wage rate, multiplied by the actual hours worked.

Direct Labour Costs

Costs that can be directly attributed to the production of goods or services, such as wages for workers manufacturing a product.

Variable Overhead Spending Variance

The difference between the actual variable overhead costs incurred and the expected costs based on a predetermined standard.

Variable Manufacturing Overhead Cost Incurred

The variable expenses directly related to the manufacturing process, such as materials and labor, that change with production levels.