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A client is receiving acetaminophen (Tylenol) 0.65 gram PO every 6 hours PRN for pain. Acetaminophen is available in 325 mg tablets. How many milligrams should the nurse administer? _____

A patient has been taking the corticosteroid dexamethasone (Decadron) but has developed bacterial conjunctivitis and has a prescription for gentamicin (Garamycin) ointment. The nurse notes that which interaction is possible if the two drugs are used together?

A child with a urinary tract infection is receiving Cephalexin (Keflex) 100 mg suspension PO QID. Keflex oral suspension is labeled 125 mg in 5 ml. How many ml should the nurse administer? _____

The nurse is administering eardrops that contain a combination of an antibiotic and a corticosteroid. What is the rationale for combining these two drugs in eardrops?

The nurse counsels a client prescribed cromolyn to treat bilateral conjunctivitis. The nurse intervenes if the client makes which statement?

The healthcare provider prescribes acetaminophen elixir (Tylenol elixir) 600 mg PO q6 hours for an adult client experiencing pain associated with maxillofacial surgery. The bottle is labeled 500 mg/15 ml. How many ml should the nurse administer? _____

A patient is being discharged to home on a single daily dose of a diuretic. The nurse instructs the patient to take the dose at which time so it will be least disruptive to the patient’s daily routine?

The nurse is creating a plan of care for a patient with a new diagnosis of hypertension. Which is a potential nursing diagnosis for the patient taking antihypertensive medications?

Which of the following carpal bones are located in the distal row of the wrist?

Whenever referring to anatomy and/or a tube angle towards the patient’s head, the term that is used is: