What Does the Abbreviation D5W Stand For

question 5

Multiple Choice

What does the abbreviation D5W stand for?

• A) 5 liters of distilled water
• B) 5% dextrose in water
• C) 1 part dextrose in 5 parts water
• D) 5 grams of dextrose in 10 mL of water

Understand the principles of measuring and administering liquid drugs correctly.

Recognize the importance and method of administering medication in emergency situations.

Understand the selection of appropriate needle sizes and injection sites based on the type of injection and patient specifics.

Grasp the significance of patient education related to drug administration and potential drug interactions.

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Definitions:

Dividend Policy

The policy a company uses to decide how much it will pay out to shareholders in dividends. It involves whether to distribute profits to shareholders or reinvest them in the business.

Residual Dividend

A policy where dividends are paid to shareholders from the leftover or "residual" profits after all operational and capital expenditures are met.

Reverse Stock Split

A corporate action where a company decreases the number of its existing shares to increase the share price without changing the company’s market capitalization.