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While preparing a client's routine 0800 medications, the nurse opens the medication packaging and discards in the trash prior to scanning the barcode label. Which action should the nurse implement?

Document the medication administration manually.

Override the medication system to obtain another dose.

Call the pharmacy to obtain the barcode number.

Recover the barcode packaging from the trash can.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. Documenting manually does not correct the issue with missing the barcode scan.

B. Overriding the medication system could bypass safety checks and is not appropriate in this situation.

C. Calling the pharmacy for the barcode number is not necessary if the packaging can be retrieved.

D. Recovering the barcode packaging from the trash can allows the nurse to properly scan the barcode, ensuring accurate medication administration and adherence to safety protocols.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Acute pain deep within the eye following laser trabeculoplasty surgery may indicate a serious complication such as increased intraocular pressure or infection. It is crucial to report this symptom to the surgeon immediately for further evaluation and management.

B. Administering an antiemetic is not directly related to addressing the acute eye pain.

C. Applying bilateral eye shields can help with photosensitivity but does not address the underlying cause of the acute pain.

D. Beginning postoperative prophylactic antibiotics may be necessary but does not address the immediate concern of the acute pain reported by the client.

A. Muscle pain. B. Altered taste. C. Diarrhea and flatulence. D. Abdominal cramps.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Muscle pain can be a sign of rhabdomyolysis, a serious side effect of lovastatin that requires immediate evaluation and intervention.

B. Altered taste is a less serious side effect and does not require urgent follow-up.

C. Diarrhea and flatulence are common and less urgent side effects of lovastatin.

D. Abdominal cramps are uncomfortable but less critical compared to muscle pain associated with potential rhabdomyolysis.

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While preparing a client's routine 0800 medications, the nurse opens the medication packaging and discards in the trash prior to scanning the barcode label. Which action should the nurse implement?

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Correct Answer is A

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Which problem reported by a client taking lovastatin requires the most immediate follow-up by the nurse?

Correct Answer is A

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