Medication AdministrationPregunta 25 de 100
Which is an example of the 'right dose'?
a.Giving the pill because it was in the drawer
b.Guessing the amount if the label is unclear
c.Confirming the ordered amount matches the label and calculating tablets correctly
d.Giving two pills because the resident is large
Explicación
The right dose means the amount given matches the physician's order and the label exactly, with any needed calculation double-checked. If the available strength differs from the order, the aide calculates carefully and verifies before giving.
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