A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about transcribing medication prescriptions. Which of the following prescriptions should the newly licensed nurse identify as an accurate transcription?

A. "The client in room 204 received some pain medicine earlier today." is incorrect. This statement is not specific enough to be relevant during change-of-shift report, as the timing of medication administration is important for the next nurse to know and track. A more precise update would be more helpful.

B. "The client in room 205 has had several visitors." is incorrect. While visitation may be useful to mention if it affects the patient's condition or treatment, it's not essential information for the nurse taking over the care of the client.

C. "The client in room 205 is scheduled for a dressing change at 1800." is correct. This provides necessary information about a planned procedure and ensures the next nurse is aware of it for timely management.

D. "The client in room 203 will undergo surgery at 0900 tomorrow." is correct. This provides critical information regarding the client's schedule and helps the next nurse prepare for the upcoming surgery.

E. "The client in room 204 has a new prescription for IV gentamicin." is correct. This is important information for the next nurse, as it indicates a change in the client's treatment plan and ensures appropriate medication administration.

A. "I can prevent nausea if I take the medication on an empty stomach." This is incorrect. Taking ferrous sulfate on an empty stomach may increase the risk of gastrointestinal upset, including nausea. It is typically recommended to take it with food to reduce these side effects, although it may be less effective if taken with certain foods or beverages.

B. "I can prevent constipation if I drink more milk while taking this medication." This is incorrect. Milk can actually worsen constipation, and clients taking ferrous sulfate should focus on increasing fiber intake and drinking plenty of fluids to prevent constipation.

C. "I will report black stools to my doctor." This is correct. Black stools are a common side effect of iron supplementation, but it is essential for the client to report it to the doctor if they are concerned, as it could also indicate gastrointestinal bleeding in some cases.

D. "I will mix the medication with a full glass of water." While taking the medication with a full glass of water is appropriate, it is not the most significant instruction regarding the use of the medication. Therefore, while the answer isn't wrong, it doesn't indicate the client's understanding of the most important aspects, such as monitoring for side effects like black stools.