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A nurse is preparing an in-service program about preventing medication errors when transcribing a prescription.
The nurse is using a dosage example of two tenths of a milligram.

 Which of the following examples should the nurse use to show appropriate transcription of this dosage? 

A.

0.2 mg

B.

0.20 mg

C.

20 mg

D.

2 mg

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale 
The correct transcription of two tenths of a milligram is 0.2 mg. This format avoids any potential confusion that could lead to a medication error. 
Choice B rationale 
While 0.20 mg is technically correct, it is not the preferred format. The trailing zero after the decimal point is unnecessary and could potentially lead to confusion. 
Choice C rationale 
20 mg is not correct. This is 100 times the intended dose of two tenths of a milligram, and could lead to a serious medication error. 
Choice D rationale 
2 mg is not correct. This is 10 times the intended dose of two tenths of a milligram, and could lead to a medication error. 
 


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

  • G (Gravida): Total number of pregnancies → 4

  • T (Term births): Delivered at 37 weeks or more → One (39 weeks) → T = 1

  • P (Preterm births): Delivered between 20–36 weeks → Twins (34 weeks, 1 pregnancy) + One at 35 weeks = 2 preterm pregnancies → P = 2

  • A (Abortions): Pregnancies ending before 20 weeks → 0

  • L (Living children): One from term birth, two from twins, and one from the other preterm = 4 living children → L = 4

Correct Answer: D. G4 T1 P2 A0 L4

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale
A patient at 28 weeks of gestation receiving terbutaline may report fine tremors. This is a common side effect of terbutaline, which is a medication used to relax the muscles in the uterus to prevent premature labor. However, while it may be uncomfortable for the patient, it is not typically a cause for immediate concern.
Choice B rationale
A tearful patient at 32 weeks of gestation experiencing irregular, frequent contractions could be experiencing Braxton Hicks contractions, which are often referred to as “false labor.”. These contractions are usually irregular and do not increase in intensity or frequency. While they can be uncomfortable, they are a normal part of pregnancy and do not typically require immediate medical attention. Choice C rationale
A patient diagnosed with preeclampsia reporting epigastric pain and an unresolved headache should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately. These symptoms could indicate severe preeclampsia, which can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly. Epigastric pain may suggest liver involvement, and a persistent headache could be a sign of neurological involvement, both of which require immediate medical attention.
Choice D rationale
A patient diagnosed with preeclampsia having 2+ proteinuria and 2+ patellar reflexes is expected. Proteinuria is a common symptom of preeclampsia, and hyperreflexia can be a sign of increased neurological excitability, a common feature of preeclampsia. However, these findings alone do not typically require immediate medical attention.

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