Chapter 2, Problem 7MC

A nurse discovers that she made a medication error. Whatshould be the nurse’s first response?a. Record the error on the medication sheet.b. Notify the physician regarding course of action.c. Check the patient’s condition to note any possible effect ofthe error.d. Complete an incident report, explaining how the mistakewas made.

After receiving the third dose of a new oral anticoagulant prescription, Which action should the nurse implement? Select all A. Obtain a soft Bristol toothbrush B. Provide a PRN NSAID for gum discomfort C. Review most recent coagulation lab values D. Complete a medication variance report E. Report findings to healthcare provider

Nitroglycerin patches have been ordered for a client with a history of angina. What teaching will the nurse give to this client?a. Keep the patches in the refrigerator.b. Use the patches only if the chest pain is severe.c. Remove the old patch before applying a new one.d. Apply the patch only to the upper arm or thigh areas.Why letter c is the right answer and why the other options are incorrect